The nurse encouraging an older patient to start pulmonary rehabilitation shares the benefits of the program, including which of the following? (Select all that apply.)
a. Socialization
b. Decreased cardiac risks
c. Nutrition counseling
d. Weight management
e. Sports participation
A, B, C, D
There are many aspects to pulmonary rehabilitation, including socialization, decreased cardiac risks, nutrition counseling, and weight management Sports are not included, although exercise is.
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The nurse documents that the client has a durable power of attorney for healthcare. What is the best description of a durable power of attorney for healthcare?
A) Document in which the client states the types of treatment desired to receive or not to receive if a terminal situation arises B) Designates a person of the client's choice to make healthcare decisions should the client become incompetent C) Document that informs healthcare personnel that if the person experiences cardiopulmonary arrest, a "code blue" should not be called D) Document in which healthcare personnel are informed not to start tube feeding and to keep the client as comfortable as possible
Which of the following modalities uses tiny, thin needles to correct energy imbalances within the body?
A) Acupuncture B) Biofeedback C) Anthroposophically Extended Medicine D) Electromagnetic therapy
A psychiatric technician says, "I get annoyed with patients who self-mutilate over things other people would ignore. I think they just do it to get attention." Select the nurse's best response
a. "Many people feel the way you do. If you are unable to come to terms with the issue, we can transfer you." b. "Self-mutilation is a serious problem. Patients with this personality disorder may complete suicide." c. "We have to consider each case individually. Some are manipulative, and others are serious." d. "You seem to be having difficulty empathizing and remaining nonjudgmental."
A 19-year-old has been diagnosed with primary dysmenorrhea. How will the nurse suggest that the patient prevent discomfort?
a. Avoid aerobic exercise during her menstrual period. b. Use cold packs on the abdomen and back for pain relief. c. Talk with her health care provider about beginning antidepressant therapy. d. Take nonsteroidal antiinflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) when her period starts.