The nurse reminds the parent of a 2-month-old infant who is being fed through a G-button that a source of comfort for the child would be to:
a. Hold the baby in an upright position while being fed
b. Place small chips of ice in the infant's mouth
c. Offer a pacifier frequently
d. Moisten the lips with Vaseline
C
Sucking brings comfort and relief from tension. Because a baby being fed by artificial means will not be sucking nourishment, pacifiers provide that satisfaction.
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A) Encouraging ambulation every thirty minutes B) Instructing on deep breathing C) Administering medications appropriate to increase heart rate D) Positioning to increase blood return
The psychiatric nurse's practice is based on Peplau's Interpersonal Relations Model
The nurse has developed a relationship with a client in which the client has assumed the power. How would Peplau identify this phase of the relationship? 1. Orientation 2. Identification 3. Exploitation 4. Resolution
A nurse reviews instructions for allopurinol (Zyloprim) with a client diagnosed with gout. The nurse knows that the prescribed medication
A) will block the excretion of uric acid. B) neutralizes uric acid. C) lowers the formation of uric acid. D) increases the excretion of uric acid.
A nurse teaches student nurses recommended skin care practices for their patients. Which of the following statements accurately describes one of these guidelines?
A) Assess the patient's skin weekly. B) Avoid using soap and water. C) Do not use skin barrier products. D) Avoid using emollients.