According to Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs, which patient need should the nurse address first?
1) Protecting the patient against falls
2) Protecting the patient from an abusive spouse
3) Promoting rest in the critically ill patient
4) Promoting self-esteem after a body image change
ANS: 3
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a. Reduction in the function of hormones b. Fluid and electrolyte imbalances c. Increase in the function of selected enzymes d. Excitable cardiac muscle membranes e. Increase in the effectiveness of many drugs
When providing an in-service to new staff nurses, the nurse educator discusses expectations concerning the acceptance of client cultural beliefs
Which statement by a participant indicates the need for further teaching? 1. "The acceptance of different cultural values is needed to provide quality nursing care." 2. "Cultural values may dictate my client assignments on the nursing unit." 3. "My own cultural values are irrelevant to the acceptance of the values of others." 4. "My knowledge of the cultural values of others will increase in time."
Order: Pediaprofen (ibuprofen) 40 mg PO, q.6h. p.r.n. temperature below 102.5°F. The label on the bottle reads, "100 mg/5 mL." The recommended dose is 5 mg/kg q 6–8h, with a maximum daily dose of 40 mg/kg/d
Is this a safe dose for a child who weighs 21 pounds? ______ Standard Text: Fill in the blank(s) with correct word
Which level of Maslow's hierarchy of need pyramid is necessary for survival?
A. Love and belonging B. Physiological needs C. Self-actualization