The nurse knows that including family members in the plan of care for a suicidal client is extremely important. Two important strategies that families need to know are: Standard Text: Select all that apply
1. How to help loved ones avoid acting on suicidal thoughts.
2. How to work with other families.
3. How to prevent suicide.
4. How to communicate with hospital staff.
5. How to communicate with one another.
1,3
Rationale: How to help loved ones avoid acting on suicidal thoughts. Including family members in the plan of care for the client is extremely important. Knowing how to help their loved one avoid acting on suicidal thoughts when they occur is one of the most important strategies that families need to know.
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a. Obtain an order to administer acetamino-phen. b. Request an order for a complete blood count (CBC). c. Request an order to reduce the dose of filgrastim. d. Suspect metastasis of the cancer to the bone.
The nurse is planning teaching for a patient scheduled for an abdominal ultrasound. How should the nurse instruct the patient to prepare for this test?
1. "Advise the technician if you suspect you are pregnant." 2. "Drink 1 to 2 quarts of water 1 hour before the procedure." 3. "Do not eat anything 8 to 12 hours before the procedure." 4. "Take a laxative the evening before the procedure."
Which of the following systems provides a uniform format and classification of terminology based on current understanding of cervical disease?
1. Levonorgestrel intrauterine 2. PALM-COEIN 3. Bethesda 4. BSE
Interpret the given notations
1,000 mcg