The nurse is caring for a patient admitted with a closed head injury. Which action by the nurse is appropriate when providing hygiene for this patient?
a. Avoid bathing the patient.
b. Use cool water for bathing.
c. Provide care in short intervals.
d. Rub briskly when towel drying.
ANS: C
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A structured information-sharing format used in the labor and delivery setting is called which of the following?
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A conversion factor expressed as a ratio for converting milligrams to grams is ________
Fill in the blank(s) with correct word
The nurse is caring for a pediatric client diagnosed with syndrome of inappropriate antidiuretic hormone (SIADH) disorder. Which interventions should the nurse implement for this child?
1. Encouragement of fluids 2. Strict intake and output 3. Administration of ordered diuretics 4. Specific gravity of urine 5. Weight only on admission but not daily