A patient has undergone a total hysterectomy with vaginal repair. The nurse advises about careful intercourse and which over the counter product to decrease sexual discomfort related to intercourse?
a. Hydrocortisone cream
b. Water-based lubricants
c. Petroleum jelly
d. Vit A & D ointment
Answer: b. Water-based lubricants
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The nurse is providing patient education to a 26-year-old college student who is being treated for Trichomonas vaginalis with metronidazole [Flagyl]. Which statement by the patient indicates understanding of the teaching?
a. "I should not consume alcohol while tak-ing this medication." b. "If I have dark urine, I should stop taking the drug." c. "The drug is safe throughout pregnancy." d. "Vertigo and headaches may occur and are signs of toxicity."
The nurse assesses a client who suffered chest trauma and finds that the left chest sucks in during inhalation and out during exhalation. The client's oxygen saturation has dropped from 94% to 86%. What is the priority action by the nurse?
a. Encourage the client to take deep, con-trolled breaths. b. Document findings and continue to moni-tor the client. c. Notify the health care provider and pre-pare for intubation. d. Stabilize the chest wall with rib binders.
The nurse who is scheduled to work in a clinic in a Hispanic neighborhood takes time to research Hispanic cultural norms to better provide culturally competent care to people at work
This behavior is an example of which of the following cultural components? A) Cultural awareness B) Cultural knowledge C) Cultural skills D) Cultural encounter
An individual with hyperthermia with increased sodium and decreased potassium levels is likely suffering from:
1. heat exhaustion. 2. heat stroke. 3. fever. 4. malignant hypertension.