To assist the client with Parkinson's disease to reduce tremor, the nurse suggests that the client
a. clasp arms about self and squeeze.
b. sleep on the non-tremorous side.
c. tightly hold change in the pocket.
d. visualize stilling the tremor.
C
Clasping change tightly in the pocket, using both hands to complete tasks, and sleeping on the tremorous side will help lessen the tremor.
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a. records brain waves and other variables. b. relays motor impulse to the hypothalamus. c. influences patterns of biological functioning. d. is affected by the light-dark cycle.
When assessing the skin of an older adult patient who is complaining of pruritus, what should the nurse advise the patient to avoid to reduce further drying of her skin?
a. Perfumed soap b. Hard-milled soap c. Antibacterial soap d. Lotion soap
A physician has explained to a patient that he has developed diabetic neuropathy in his right foot. Later that day, the patient asks the nurse what causes diabetic neuropathy. What would be the nurse's best response?
A) "Research has shown that diabetic neuropathy is caused by fluctuations in blood sugar that have gone on for years." B) "The cause is not known for sure but it is thought to have something to do with ketoacidosis." C) "The cause is not known for sure but it is thought to involve elevated blood glucose levels over a period of years." D) "Research has shown that diabetic neuropathy is caused by a combination of elevated glucose levels and elevated ketone levels."
The nurse is reviewing care plans for patients. A priority nursing diagnosis for a patient just starting treatment with desmopressin (Stimate) would be
a. risk for injury. b. alteration in comfort. c. risk for excess fluid volume. d. deficient knowledge.