The nurse is caring for an older patient in a residential care facility. The patient has been extremely irritable the entire day
When modifying the patient's plan of care, which of the following would be an appropriate snack to offer the patient to decrease the irritability?
A) Chocolate candy bar
B) Handful of raisins
C) Granola bar
D) Glass of milk
D
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Which patient should not be offered a back rub at bedtime?
A) A patient with a blood pressure of 140/88 with a medical diagnosis of cerebrovascular accident (CVA). B) A patient with a respiratory rate of 22 and medical diagnosis of emphysema. C) A patient with a blood pressure of 80/40, atrial fibrillation, and medical diagnosis of myocardial infarction (MI). D) A patient with a pulse of 50, blood pressure of 100/50, and medical diagnosis of congestive heart failure (CHF).
The staff nurse is unsure of the correct protocol for calling in sick to work. The nursing supervisor told the nurse to call the nursing office; however, the nurse manager told the nurse to call the unit
This issue is likely the result of which distorted communication? 1. Intersender conflict 2. Intrasender conflict 3. Metacommunication 4. Downward communication
A severely depressed patient who has been on suicide precautions tells the nurse, "I am feeling a lot better, so you can stop watching me. I have taken too much of your time already.". The best response for the nurse to make would be:
a. "I wonder what this sudden change is all about. Care to elaborate?" b. "I am glad you are feeling better. The team will consider what you have said.". c. "You should not try to direct your plan for care. Leave that to the team.". d. "Because we are concerned about your safety, we will continue with our plan.".
A nurse who works with older adults is aware of the high incidence of falls among this population. Which of the following individuals exhibits a significant risk factor for falls?
A) A man who recently had surgery to repair a fractured humerus (upper arm) B) A man who has been recently diagnosed with type 2 diabetes C) A woman who takes anticoagulants because of her history of stroke D) A woman who is prone to episodes of low blood pressure