A client at 24 weeks' gestation with hyperpigmentation of the face tearfully tells the nurse, "I have these horrible brown spots all over my face. They are so ugly!" Which nursing diagnosis would be most appropriate?
A) Impaired skin integrity
B) Disturbed body image
C) Ineffective coping
D) Situational low self-esteem
B
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A client diagnosed with bipolar disorder is distraught over insomnia experienced over the last 3 nights and a 12-pound weight loss over the past 2 weeks. Which should be this client's priority nursing diagnosis?
1. Knowledge deficit R/T bipolar disorder AEB concern about symptoms 2. Altered nutrition: less than body requirements R/T hyperactivity AEB weight loss 3. Risk for suicide R/T powerlessness AEB insomnia and anorexia 4. Altered sleep patterns R/T mania AEB insomnia for the past 3 nights
Multiply the decimals: 2.6 x 0.04 __________
Fill in the blank(s) with correct word
The patient is scheduled to receive 1 unit of packed RBCs. She has small, fragile veins, and a 22-gauge intravenous (IV) patent catheter is in place. What should the nurse do?
a. Cancel the blood transfusion. b. Insert a 16-gauge IV catheter into the antecubital fossa. c. Use the IV catheter that is in place. d. Transfuse the blood over 6 hours.
Sally's, an 11-year-old girl, was diagnosed with a brain tumor six months ago. The tumor has spread despite multiple attempts with radiation to stop the process
Sally's parents have decided they want to stop radiation therapy and attempt alternative therapy. Which of the following would not be considered alternative medicine? 1. Reiki 2. Acupuncture 3. Biofeedback 4. Herbs 5. Massage therapy