When assessing the client with nephrotic syndrome, the nurse would recognize which of the following findings as being congruent with this syndrome?
a. dehydration
b. elevated albumin in blood
c. decreased serum lipid profile
d. 24-hour urine protein result is six grams
d
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Lindsay is a nursing student who is preparing to perform morning hygiene for Mrs. Chen, a resident of a long-term care facility who has a significant vision impairment. Before beginning to wash Mrs. Chen, Lindsay should
A) give Mrs. Chen a chance to feel the cloths and towel that will be used. B) explain who she is and what she is going to do. C) clearly and loudly ask Mrs. Chen if she would like a wash. D) assess Mrs. Chen's orientation and cognition.
A pregnant woman with a history of asymptomatic chronic human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) infection is seen at the clinic. The patient states, "I am very nervous about making my baby sick."
Which information will the nurse include when teaching the patient? a. The antiretroviral medications used to treat HIV infection are teratogenic. b. Most infants born to HIV-positive mothers are not infected with the virus. c. Because she is at an early stage of HIV infection, the infant will not contract HIV. d. It is likely that her newborn will become infected with HIV unless she uses antiretroviral therapy (ART).
The human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) is spread by:
a. Saliva, tears, and sweat b. Blood, semen, vaginal secretions, and breast milk c. Coughing and sneezing d. Casual contact and insects
The community health nurse can receive a referral to a home health agency at any time. Which phases are included in a home visit? (Select all that apply.)
A) Plan personal safety of visit B) Initiating a visit C) Preparation D) Actual visit E) Termination of the visit