Which of the following statements by the patient indicates to the nurse that the patient has a clear understanding of the primary adverse effect of aspirin therapy?
A) "I drink a glass of wine every night."
B) "I ask my doctor to check for blood in my stool on a regular basis."
C) "I don't like to swallow tablets so I crush them."
D) "I take as little water as possible when I take my medication."
B
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An inhaled sympathomimetic drug has been ordered for a teenage athlete who has exercise-induced asthma. What should the patient be instructed to do?
A) Use the inhaler every day at the same time each day. B) Use the inhaler as soon as the symptoms start. C) Use the inhaler 30 to 60 minutes before exercising to ensure peak therapeutic levels when needed. D) Use the inhaler 2 to 3 hours before exercising to ensure peak effectiveness.
A patient with morbid obesity was enrolled in a weight loss program last month and has attended four weekly meetings
But now he believes he no longer needs to attend meetings because he has "learned what to do." He informs the nurse facilitator about his decision to quit the program. What should the nurse tell him? 1) "By now you have successfully completed the steps of the change process. You should be able to successfully lose the rest of the weight on your own." 2) "Although you have learned some healthy habits, you will need at least another 6 weeks before you can quit the program and have success." 3) "You have done well in this program. However, it is important to continue in the program to learn how to maintain weight loss. Otherwise, you are likely to return to your previous lifestyle." 4) "You have entered the ‘determination stage' and are ready to make positive changes that you can keep for the rest of your life. If you need additional help, you can come back at a later time."
What would the critical care nurse recognize as a condition that may indicate the patient's need to have a tracheostomy?
A) A patient with a respiratory rate of 10 breaths per minute B) A patient who requires permanent ventilation C) A patient who exhibits symptoms of dyspnea D) A patient with respiratory acidosis
Emphasis is on human integrity and stresses the theory that the body, mind, and spirit are interdependent and inseparable. This statement describes which methodology of care?
a. Holistic care b. Individualized care c. Cultural care d. Interdisciplinary care