The nurse instructs a patient with melanoma to "eat foods rich in protein and calories." For which health problem is this action most likely being directed?
A. Altered oxygen to blood tissues
B. Changes in skin integrity
C. Insufficient body fluid
D. Insufficient blood flow
Answer: B
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" Which intervention best demonstrates the nurse's sensitivity? 1. Assist the client to become aware that this is a delusional belief. 2. Listen carefully for the underlying emotion expressed by the client's request. 3. Share your concerns that the client's request is unreasonable. 4. Switch the topic of conversation to defuse the client's underlying agitation.
A nurse is interviewing a 10-year-old boy who is diagnosed with depression. The client's depression was triggered by the death of his father 2 years ago. Which comment made by the preteen would indicate that he is exhibiting egocentrism?
A) "If I hadn't yelled at my dad and told him to go away, he never would have died." B) "I'm still sad because my dad died a couple of years ago." C) "I think I'm just experiencing normal grieving." D) "My father was the best friend I ever had; I still can't believe he's gone for good."
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True False
If vomiting occurs during resuscitation,
A. call for an advanced provider with special airway equipment. B. ignore the vomitus and continue ventilation. C. stop and wait until suction arrives to clear the mouth. D. turn the patient, clear the mouth, and continue.