The nurse is caring for a client with a diagnosis of terminal cancer. The client's respirations are dangerously decreased following administration of pain medication
The nurse is aware that if interventions are not taken immediately, the client's respirations will most likely result in the client's death. The nurse's actions represent: a. active anesthesia c. refusal of treatment
b. euthanasia d. utility
B
Euthanasia refers to the intentional act or lack of action that causes a merciful death of someone suffering from either a terminal illness or incurable condition.
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A. Excessive admiration from someone else B. Having a spell caused by black magic C. Being touched improperly by a health care provider D. Lying about the amount of food one has eaten
A community health center is planning a seminar about the 2020 National Health Goals for preschool-age children. Which topics should be included in this seminar to address safety? (Select all that apply.)
A) Protection against secondhand smoke B) Providing helmets before riding a bicycle C) Using appropriate restraints in motor vehicles D) Removing houseplants from easy to reach areas E) Posting the telephone number of the poison control agency
When obtaining a client's history, the nurse suspects that the client is manifesting the prodromal symptoms of genital herpes when the client describes:
A) nausea and vomiting. B) suprapubic pain radiating toward the small of the back. C) dysuria and difficulty starting and stopping the stream of urine. D) burning, throbbing pain in the genital area.
A 16-year-old female client who is sexually active visits the healthcare facility for counseling. During the visit, the nurse provides the client with information about the risks and effects of sexual activity during the adolescent years
Which of the following would the nurse include in the discussion? A) Irregular menstruation B) Sexually transmitted infections C) Change in body functioning D) Urinary tract infections