The main goal set forth by the nurse for a patient experiencing PTSD is to:
A) Encourage the patient to describe the situation that led to the PTSD
B) Tell the patient that the danger is all over
C) Have the patient tell you what he or she should expect when he or she is about to have a flashback
D) Ensure that the patient gets 6 to 8 hours of uninterrupted sleep nightly
A
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The nurse who is assessing the point of maximum impulse (PMI) will best palpate the PMI where?
A) Left midclavicular line of the chest wall at the seventh intercostal space B) Left midclavicular line of the chest wall at the fifth intercostal space C) Right midclavicular line of the chest wall at the seventh intercostal space D) Right midclavicular line of the chest wall at the fifth intercostal space
On inspection of the abdominal contour of a client with upper left quadrant pain, the nurse notes that the left abdominal contour appears asymmetric. What conclusion should the nurse draw from this finding?
A. Left upper quadrant asymmetry is a normal finding. B. Left upper quadrant asymmetry can be caused by pregnancy. C. Left upper quadrant asymmetry can be indicative of a tumor or cyst. D. Left upper quadrant asymmetry is indicative of peristaltic movements.
Specific culturally sensitive nursing considerations the nurse integrates into care of the pregnant patient include: Note: Credit will be given only if all correct and no incorrect choices are selected. Select all that apply
1. Counseling about home remedies. 2. Discussing components of a balanced diet. 3. Refusing to discuss birthing choices. 4. Encouraging use of support systems. 5. Instructing the patient to use no home remedies.
Fetal bradycardia can result during
A. The sleep state B. Umbilical vein compression C. Vagal stimulation