A client explains to the nurse that it is just impossible for her and her husband to continue to have his mother in the home alone during the day while they work because the woman becomes confused and has fallen twice
Which of the following community resources should the nurse recommend?
a. Adult day health
b. Home health
c. Long-term care
d. Senior center
ANS: A
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After teaching a client how to prevent altitude-related illnesses, a nurse assesses the client's understanding. Which statement indicates the client needs additional teaching?
a. "If my climbing partner can't think straight, we should descend to a lower altitude." b. "I will ask my provider about medications to help prevent acute mountain sickness." c. "My partner and I will plan to sleep at a higher elevation to acclimate more quickly." d. "I will drink plenty of fluids to stay hydrated while on the mountain."
Which of the following is an important step in preventing legal action against the nurse?
a. Never make a mistake. b. Deflect blame from yourself as much as possible. c. Develop caring, therapeutic relationships with patients. d. Avoid explaining care procedures to patients.
The nurse at a women's clinic is planning a class on premenstrual dysphoric disorder (PMDD)
Information about medications shown to be effective for PMDD that the nurse includes in the education are: Note: Credit will be given only if all correct and no incorrect choices are selected. Select all that apply. 1. Fluoxetine hydrochloride (Prozac). 2. Sertraline hydrochloride (Zoloft). 3. Paroxeline CR (Paxil CR). 4. Hyoscyamine (Anaspaz). 5. Promethazine (Phenergan).
The client who has just had a mastectomy for breast cancer is crying as a nurse enters the room
When asked why she is crying, the client responds, "I know I shouldn't cry because this surgery may well save my life, but I was so pleased with my figure before and I know that things will not be the same." What is the nurse's best response? A. "It is all right to cry. Mourning this loss is important in getting past this point." B. "You're right. It is silly to carry on like this when a prosthesis is available." C. "Would you like to talk to someone who also has had a mastectomy?" D. "How have you coped with difficult situations in the past?"