The patient has the right to information about his diagnosis and prognosis.
Answer the following statement true (T) or false (F)
True
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A client has multiple fractures following a motor vehicle accident. One of the client outcomes of the nurse's plan of care includes reducing the perception of pain
Which of the following nursing interventions would apply to reaching this outcome? Standard Text: Select all that apply. 1. Offering a selection of musical CDs 2. Assisting with guided imagery 3. Administering Demerol (Meperidine) intravenously 4. Providing instruction on deep breathing techniques 5. Administering an anti-inflammatory medication
Which statement made by the client newly diagnosed with systemic lupus erythematosus indicates a need for further teaching about the course and management of this disease?
A. "I will take my medication even if my symptoms improve." B. "I will report any fever to my health care provider immediately." C. "I will sunbathe as often as possible to ensure I get enough vitamin D." D. "I will not have my hair dyed, frosted, or permed unless I am in a period of re-mission."
Which of the following statements demonstrates the concept of ethnocentrism?
A) Mr. Ahmed should learn to speak English if he is living in the United States. B) Mrs. Lao's health may improve if approved herbs and rituals are added to her care plan. C) Mr. Gomez states that he had his heart attack because he was not attentive enough to his parents D) Ms. Gonzales believes her stomach ache is related to dishonest communication with her mother.
A patient reports having a test to examine brain function. Which type of test should the nurse recognize the patient is describing?
1. Positron emission test (PET) 2. Computerized tomography (CT) 3. Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) 4. Transcranial doppler (TCD)