The nurse caring for the child diagnosed with type 2 diabetes mellitus recognizes that most often the disorder can be managed by which action?
A) Taking oral hypoglycemic agents
B) Increasing protein in the diet, especially in the evening
C) Conserving energy with rest periods during the day
D) Decreasing amounts of daily insulin
Ans: A
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A nurse is teaching a group in the community ways to decrease the spread of infection. Which measure is the most appropriate for the nurse to include when teaching this group?
A) Use personal protective equipment (PPE) sparingly. B) Place contaminated linens in a paper bag. C) Wear gloves at all times. D) Cover the mouth and nose when sneezing.
The nurse is discussing the risk of poisoning with the mother of two toddlers and a preschool child. Which statement made by the mother indicates a need for more teaching by the nurse?
a. I keep all medicines and chemicals in a locked cabinet. b. The children take their medicine well when I tell them it is candy. c. I have syrup of ipecac just in case anything does happen. d. I always get child-resistant containers.
Which of the following can trigger malignant hyperthermia which is a rare, autosomal-dominant muscle disorder?
a. Non-depolarising muscle relaxants such as actracurium and rocuronium. b. A depolarising muscle relaxant such as suxamethonium and inhalational volatile agents such as sevoflurane. c. IV induction agents such as propofol and thiopental sodium (pentothal). d. Antiemetics such as droperidol and ondansetron.
A nurse who pleads someone's cause or acts on someone's behalf is practicing her role as
A) counselor. B) communicator. C) teacher. D) advocacy.