The nurse is conducting a physical assessment for a homeless person. Which action by the nurse is appropriate?
1) Asking the patient to perform personal hygiene before beginning the assessment
2) Donning full PPE when entering the patient's room
3) Documenting that a full assessment is not possible because of patient circumstances
4) Allowing the patient to retain possession of clothing
ANS: 4
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A child has been admitted with a paraspinal Ewing's sarcoma. The nursing instructor questions the student about assessing for signs of spinal cord compression. Which manifestations does this include? (Select all that apply.)
A. Burning pain down the legs B. Difficulty with swallowing C. "Foot drop," causing a limp D. Respiratory depression E. Weakness in the hands
3 fluid drams = _____ fluid oz
a. 3/8 b. 2 2/3 c. 1/2 d. 24
Which activity best identifies with the second stage of Cohen's professional development theory and supports the LPN transitioning student's development at this level?
A) Requiring attendance at no less than 85% of the course lectures B) Summarizing material introduced during a class of diabetes mellitus C) Providing evidence practice rationales for each care plan intervention D) Beginning each class with a 2-item quiz on the previous lecture material
Which nursing actions will allow a family to further develop resilience when faced with an illness of a child? Select all that apply
1. Teaching skills to provide care 2. Suggesting adaptations related to discipline 3. Providing positive reinforcement 4. Recommending the use of defensive coping strategies 5. Focusing on the weaknesses