The nurse is assisting an elderly patient into position for a sigmoidoscopy. Which position would the nurse place the patient in?
A) Right lateral
B) Left lateral
C) Prone
D) Semi-Fowler's
Ans: B
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a. "Have you had any weight changes?" b. "Are you having any thoughts of suicide?" c. "How long have you been feeling this way?" d. "Are you having feelings of worthlessness?"
An older woman tells the nurse practitioner that she fears her family will place her in a nursing home because she developed stress incontinence. Which recommendation should the nurse im-plement?
a. Tell her to eliminate the use of caffeinated beverages. b. Coordinate a family conference with the older adult. c. Recommend exercises to strengthen the pelvic floor. d. Schedule voiding for every 2 hours around the clock.
A nurse is reviewing information about cidofovir in preparation for administration. The nurse understands that which of the following are true? Select all that apply
A) It should not be given to clients who have renal impairment. B) The drug should not be given to clients receiving aminoglycosides. C) Cidofovir is used in the treatment of cytomegalovirus retinitis. D) It is administered by placing one drop in both eyes twice daily. E) The drug should not be given with HMG-CoA reductase inhibitors.
What is an example of a health promotion program that can be planned, implemented, and evaluated that teaches a healthy safety behavior to a diverse group of employees?
A) Membership at a health club B) Back care C) Hearing conversation D) Risk profiles and screenings