Moving the patient from one place to another is called positioning the patient
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A woman who is 25 weeks pregnant asks the nurse what her fetus looks like. What does the nurse explain is one physical characteristic present in a 25-week-old fetus?
a. Lanugo covering the body b. Constant motion c. Skin that is pink and smooth d. Eyes that are closed
During an episode of binge eating, what type of food is usually taken in large amounts?
a. Fruits b. Red meat c. Fried or high fat content foods d. Cakes, donuts, or sweets
Which of the following outcome statements contains the best example of performance criteria? The patient will:
1) Turn herself in bed frequently while awake. 2) Understand how to use crutches by Day 2. 3) State that pain is decreased after being medicated. 4) Eat 75% of each meal without complaint of nausea.
A community health nurse is caring for a patient whose multiple health problems include chronic pancreatitis
During the most recent visit, the nurse notes that the patient is experiencing severe abdominal pain and has vomited 3 times in the past several hours. What is the nurse's most appropriate action? A) Administer a PRN dose of pancreatic enzymes as ordered. B) Teach the patient about the importance of abstaining from alcohol. C) Arrange for the patient to be transported to the hospital. D) Insert an NG tube, if available, and stay with the patient.