Which of the following should the nurse encourage to help prevent and control community-acquired infections?
A) Diet and exercise regimen C) Childhood immunizations
B) Reduced smoking D) Regular checkups
C
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The nurse is caring for an AIDS patient who is being offered therapy with potent combination antiretroviral therapy (ART). The patient is concerned about the many possible adverse effects of ART medications
What statement by the nurse most accurately represents the rationale for the use of ART? A) It suppresses and maintains the viral load at nondetectable levels. B) It will ultimately cure AIDS. C) Therapy is based on research study results. D) Effects are similar in men, women, and children.
A new mother who is breastfeeding complains of sore and cracked nipples. What would be the best nursing interventions to help alleviate this problem?
A) Reposition the infant. B) Shorten the feeding period. C) Swab the nipple with alcohol. D) Apply cold compresses to the nipple.
A clean-catch specimen requires careful washing of the genitals
Indicate whether the statement is true or false.
A nurse is working in a clinic in a poverty-stricken neighborhood and sees a female adult client who states that she has a urinary tract infection
The nurse notes that the client is unkempt, wearing stained clothing, and has a strong foul body odor. The client mentions that she was evicted from her apartment two weeks ago. Which nursing diagnosis would the nurse most likely identify for this client? A) Caregiver role strain related to fatigue B) Impaired skin integrity related to neurological deficits C) Deficient fluid volume related to possible urinary tract infection D) Self-care deficit related to possible homelessness