Which is the best intervention to relieve local discomfort from an immunization?
a. Application of emollients
b. Application of ice
c. Application of lidocaine ointment
d. Acetaminophen
ANS: D
Localized discomfort may be relieved by treating the symptoms using warm compresses to the area, acetaminophen, rest, and sometimes antihistamines.
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A nurse cares for an older adult client who has a chronic skin disorder. The client states, "I have not been to church in several weeks because of the discoloration of my skin." How should the nurse respond?
a. "I will consult the chaplain to provide you with spiritual support." b. "You do not need to go to church; God is everywhere." c. "Tell me more about your concerns related to your skin." d. "Religious people are nonjudgmental and will accept you."
Which of the following statements best describe why environmental health is more challenging than other variables related to an individual's health?
a. Environmental health affects susceptible individuals more than groups. b. Environmental health demands that individuals be willing to change their beliefs. c. Environmental health is dependent on social neighborhoods, as well as geography. d. Environmental health requires social, economic, and political changes to improve.
During the health history portion of the assessment, the client states, "I have sickle-cell trait." The nurse realizes that:
1. precautions should be taken to prevent the cell from sickling. 2. the client is a carrier. 3. the client will show signs of the disease as she grows older. 4. the client will transmit the disease to any offspring.
Which situation presents an example of inappropriate delegation?
A) Temporary authority is given to support completion of a delegated task B) The person to whom a task is delegated considers it a challenge C) The employee is given exact instructions on completing the task D) Regular updates on the task are exchanged with the manager and the employee