The nurse is caring for a child with an eating disorder. Which action has the highest priority when treating this disorder?
A) Develop a behavior modification plan
B) Correct fluid and electrolyte imbalances
C) Supervise and document food intake
D) Monitor urine for presence of ketones
Ans: B
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Which scenario is a quasi-intentional tort rather than an intentional tort?
1. The nurse physically restrains a patient so that intravenous access can be obtained. 2. A visitor refuses to leave the patient's room after upsetting the patient and being asked to leave. 3. The nurse searches the patient's luggage and bedside table for cigarettes. 4. The physician accuses the nurse of incompetence in front of the patient's family.
An 80-year-old woman comes to the community health center with a large bag of medications. She tells the nurse she can no longer afford these medications because her only income is Social Security. Which statement is the best response by the nurse?
a. "Let's go through these medications and see which ones we can delete." b. "You can get these medicines at this clinic for free." c. "Let's see if we can get some help from Medicare to pay for these medications. I will refer you to our social worker." d. "These medications are important. Do your best to pay for them."
What is the most effective intervention for the nurse when providing spiritual care?
A) Prayer B) Touching C) Listening D) Empathy
When initiating home healthcare services, during which phase is it appropriate for the nurse to implement the initial patient assessment?
A) Initiation phase B) Previsit phase C) In-home phase D) Termination phase