Repeating an action, word, or phrase is
A. perseveration.
B. sundowning.
C. catastrophic reaction.
D. reminiscing.
Answer: A
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The nurse enters the room to administer the client's scheduled medication when his wife snaps, "I don't know why you're even in here! You are doing nothing but using my husband as a guinea pig!" The nurse returns in a few minutes bringing some hot tea for the client's wife. Which of these behaviors does the nurse illustrate in this situation? a. empathy c. respect b. genuineness d. warmth
During the bath, the nurse observed that the patient has dry skin. The best action by the nurse is to:
a. Bathe the patient more frequently. b. Use an emollient on the dry skin. c. Massage the skin with warm water. d. Discourage fluid intake.
A patient is to be discharged on a maintenance dose of a high-potency antipsychotic medication. Which remark indicates that discharge teaching about the medication was effective?
a. "I will be able to have a few glasses of wine." b. "I have to use sun block when I go to the beach." c. "It is important for me to dress warmly in all seasons." d. "If I miss a dose, I will take an extra one the next day."
Which is the most appropriate site for the nurse to use to measure a pulse rate on a 1-year-old child?
a. Apical b. Radial c. Carotid d. Femoral