When the parasympathetic response is activated, the person feels:
a. excited
b. elated
c. angry
d. calm
D
The parasympathetic responses promote rest and effective digestion. In general, the parasympathetic response has the opposite effect from the sympathetic response, which promotes a feeling of flight or fight. When the parasympathetic system is activated, the alpha brain wave state is a deepened state of relaxation. Assisting the individual to achieve a relaxation state helps the individual to access inner resources that may be absent during periods of anxiety.
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A patient has acne vulgaris. When the nurse explains this condition, it is most important to
a. stress the importance of strict hygiene. b. discuss the connection of diet and stress. c. explore how this condition is affecting his self-image and lifestyle. d. describe in detail the proper use of prescribed medication.
After providing discharge teaching for the parents of a child who has undergone a cardiac catheterization, the nurse determines that additional teaching is necessary based on which statement by the parents?
A) "We'll put on a new dressing tomorrow, covering it with plastic if it might get wet." B) "If there is any redness or swelling at the site, we'll call the doctor right away." C) "We can give him a tub bath tomorrow after we remove the pressure dressing." D) "We need to call the doctor if his temperature is 100.4 degrees or higher."
A patient complains of heaviness and swelling in the extremity of the intravenous infusion. The nurse assesses that the skin around the site is stretched, firm, and cool. What primary nursing intervention is indicated?
1. Flush the catheter. 2. Document the finding. 3. Notify the physician. 4. Discontinue the catheter.
The nurse needs to delegate client care to staff members and considers the qualifications of personnel. Which quality is the nurse's priority when delegating tasks?
1. Training 2. Education 3. Experience 4. Competency