The nurse is counseling a client with herpes simplex virus (HSV) infection. Which of the following would best meet most clients' needs in coping with this diagnosis?
a. Contact information for a support group
b. Information about promising drug trials
c. Websites containing STD information
d. Written information about the disease and treatment
A
Research has verified the importance of support groups for most people with chronic illnesses. The other three options are helpful and should not be discounted when assessing client needs
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a. Assess the client's oxygen saturation. b. Notify the Rapid Response Team. c. Oxygenate the client with a bag-valve-mask. d. Palpate the skin of the upper chest.
A community health nurse wants to obtain an overview of the community, but has limited time and resources. Which of the following methods would the nurse most likely use to obtain this information?
a. Engage in a windshield survey b. Establish a health department committee of community leaders willing to fill out periodic surveys related to various health issues in the community c. Live in the community for several years d. Review public health department records from up to 5 years ago
A patient has been admitted to the orthopedic unit with suspected Paget's disease of the bone. What would you expect the laboratory results to show if the patient has Paget's disease?
A) Altered serum magnesium levels B) Altered serum calcium levels C) Altered serum potassium levels D) Altered serum sodium levels
The spouse of a client diagnosed with tuberculosis is to begin isoniazid prophylactic therapy. Which of the following should the nurse instruct the spouse regarding length of time to take this medication? The medication should be taken for:
1. 10 to 24 days. 2. 1 to 3 months. 3. 4 to 7 months. 4. 6 to 12 months.