A nursing student is studying the principle of autonomy. Which example most accurately depicts this principle?
a. changing a dressing on a wound as needed
b. describing surgery to a client before the consent is signed
c. transporting a client to a scheduled physical therapy appointment
d. administering a morning dose of insulin before breakfast
Answer: b. describing surgery to a client before the consent is signed
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A client has just had his status changed to "comfort care only." The nurse recognizes that the client is spiritually distressed. The nurse understands that spiritual pain
a. cannot be inferred from the client's behavior. b. is not as severe as physical pain. c. cannot be verbally shared. d. can be as severe as physical pain.
The nurse is explaining the procedure for a paracentesis. Which intervention by the nurse can help prevent a complication of the procedure?
a. Have the patient hold the breath for a few seconds. b. Ensure that the patient voids before the procedure. c. Place the patient in a supine position. d. Check vital signs every 2 hours after the procedure.
To provide a nutritional "safety net," patients may be encouraged to take a multivita-min/multimineral supplement that contains
a. specific nutrients which cannot be ob-tained from the food supply in adequate amounts. b. 100% or less of the Dietary Reference In-takes (DRIs) for most micronutrients. c. at least 100% of the DRIs for most mi-cronutrients. d. specific nutrients that are found to be lacking in their diet using dietary analysis.
A 22-year-old tells the nurse that she has not had a menstrual period for the last 2 months. Which action is most important for the nurse to take?
a. Obtain a urine specimen for a pregnancy test. b. Ask about any recent stressful lifestyle changes. c. Measure the patient's current height and weight. d. Question the patient about prescribed medications.