The home health nurse discovers a family infected with pediculosis and helps the mother to start eradication of the lice, such as:
a. Washing clothing and bedding in cold water and detergent
b. Using over-the-counter pediculosis shampoos
c. Wrapping the head in a towel after a shampoo with dog soap
d. Brushing the hair briskly with a stiff brush
B
Nonprescription shampoos such as Nix (permethrin) or Rid (pyrethrin) are effective if used twice as they do not completely kill the nits.
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A nurse is providing community education on the seven warning signs of cancer. Which signs are included? (Select all that apply.)
a. A sore that does not heal b. Changes in menstrual patterns c. Indigestion or trouble swallowing d. Near-daily abdominal pain e. Obvious change in a mole
A resident in an assisted-living facility is restless most nights and sits in the lounge area reading. When questioned, the resident reports suffering from insomnia
What should the nurse expect as an outcome if the resident continues with this pattern of sleep? A) Safety issues with an unsupervised resident in the lounge area B) Onset of cardiac dysfunction C) Onset of new underdiagnosed health problems D) The ability to function during the day may be hindered by these episodes.
A patient is experiencing auditory hallucinations and paranoid delusions. Which neurotransmitter should the nurse suspect is implemented in these manifestations?
1. Serotonin 2. Dopamine 3. Acetylcholine 4. Norepinephrine
For which person is a comprehensive assessment indicated?
a. The person who had abdominal surgery yesterday b. The person who is unaware of his high serum glucose levels c. The person who is being admitted to a long-term care facility d. The person who is beginning rehabilitation after a knee replacement