A client reports leg pain when walking or standing, and occasional pain during periods of rest. This type of data is known as:
a. a defining characteristic c. objective
b. inadequate d. subjective
D
Subjective data is data from the client's point of view and include perceptions, feelings, and concerns.
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The nurse is preparing an educational program about the use of over-the-counter (OTC) medications for residents of an assisted living community. What information should the nurse include in this program? Standard Text: Select all that apply
1. OTC medications can be used safely with alcohol. 2. OTC medications can safely be used with all herbal medications. 3. A person can accidentally overdose on medications containing acetaminophen. 4. The use of OTC drugs can result in increased out-of-pocket costs to patients since health insurance usually does not pay for OTC medication. 5. There is an increased risk of drug interactions with prescribed medications or overdose by the use of an OTC drug identical or similar to a prescribed drug.
A client has been diagnosed with an acquired immunodeficiency disorder and expresses concern that she might pass this disorder on to her future children. What should the nurse consider when forming a response to this concern?
Note: Credit will be given only if all correct choices and no incorrect choices are selected. Standard Text: Select all that apply. 1. Because the acquired immunodeficiency disorder is viral, it may be transmitted to the children. 2. There is a high possibility of transmitting this disease genetically. 3. This woman will likely never conceive children due to this illness. 4. Genetic transmission would occur only if genetic damage or mutation were present. 5. Genetic transmission is unlikely.
The client was prescribed both heparin and warfarin sodium (Coumadin). What is the rationale for using both these anticoagulants?
a. It takes time before the action of oral anticoagulants is evident. b. Heparin is more effective when used with warfarin sodium. c. By administering an oral anticoagulant with heparin, the client needs less frequent administration of heparin. d. The client is less likely to experience adverse effects
Many grandparents today are caring for grandchildren in place of a parent. Identify the reasons why this phenomenon is happening. (Select all that apply.)
a. Children prefer living with their grandparents. b. Parents are incarcerated. c. Parents are deceased. d. Grandparents are better caregivers. e. Parents are mentally ill. f. Parents are substance abusers.