A nurse suspects that an older adult's insomnia may be partially attributable to excessive daytime napping. The nurse has taught the client that he may not need as much sleep as he believes he does
The nurse should know that older adults typically require how much sleep in any given 24-hour period? A) 5.5 to 7.5 hours
B) 8 hours
C) 7 to 9 hours
D) 9 to 10 hours
C
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Although individuals vary in the sleep needs considerably, most older adults require between 7 and 9 hours of sleep each day.
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Which is the most accurate description of this nurse's behavior? A) Arrogance, which keeps the nurse from developing and from accurate assessment of her strengths and weaknesses B) Pessimism, which endangers the nurse's professionalism C) Optimism, which helps the nurse realize that things will turn out for the best D) Sarcasm, which threatens the nurse's job performance
A client in labor is agitated and nervous about the birth of her child. The nurse explains to the client that fear and anxiety cause the release of certain compounds that can prolong labor. Which of the following is the nurse referring to?
A) Prostaglandins B) Catecholamines C) Oxytocin D) Relaxin
The nurse talks with a client who is receiving chemotherapy for colon cancer, discussing the importance of handwashing and screening visitors who are ill. The client receives this instruction more than once
The most important reason for the repetition of this instruction is that: 1. It is very important to protect visitors from infection by the client. 2. The client is unable to retain much information at this time. 3. The client is immunosuppressed, and more susceptible to infection. 4. The nurse is not aware the client has already received this information.
Which treatment modality would most likely be considered extraordinary?
a. Intravenous fluids by subclavian catheter b. Oxygen by face mask at 60% c. Counter-pulsating intra-aortic balloon pump d. Chest tubes