A nurse is caring for a 10-year-old boy with a nursing diagnosis of disturbed thought processes related to anxiety. What is the priority nursing intervention to help improve thought processes?
A) Adjust communication style based on child's cues.
B) Provide validation of the child's thoughts and feelings.
C) Perform an age-appropriate mental status examination.
D) Establish a daily routine.
C
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A) Describing the preparation for surgery ordered by the physician B) Assessing the physical status of the client C) Describing postoperative care D) Demonstrating postoperative client activities E) Demonstrating the use of a PCA pump
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a. fixed b. flexible c. variable d. resource
Because of the possibility of bacteremia, a rectal examination should be avoided in patients with
a. acute bacterial prostatitis. c. irritable bowel syndrome. b. fecal incontinence. d. inflammatory bowel disease.
The nurse knows which evaluation best represents that the client has learned a new skill?
a. The client states understanding and passes a written test. b. The client organizes materials needed and gives return demonstration. c. The client verbalizes items needed and how to perform skill. d. The client nods when asked about process and assists with clean up.