The nurse suspects that a pregnant patient has a substance use disorder (SUD). Which action should the nurse take first when planning care for this patient?
1. Provide a list of support services
2. Engage in motivational interviewing
3. Refer the patient to a treatment center
4. Discuss the impact of the substance on the fetus
2. Engage in motivational interviewing
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Which actions diminish the image of power for nurses? Note: Credit will be given only if all correct choices and no incorrect choices are selected. Standard Text: Select all that apply
1. Wearing a crisp, clean uniform 2. Addressing colleagues in endearing terms 3. Using power plays to achieve goals 4. Aggressively advocating for clients 5. Accepting orders without question
During a prenatal education class, a participant has related a story about how her friend's infant died of sudden infant death syndrome (SIDS)
What can the educator tell the group about how they can prevent SIDS when they have their babies? Select all that apply. A) "The best sleeping position for your baby is on his back." B) "Children are at particular risk of SIDS when they have a cold or flu, so these times require extra vigilance." C) "Using drugs during pregnancy has been shown to be associated with SIDS after birth, which is one more reason for mothers to avoid them." D) "It's important if anyone in your home smokes to make sure they only do it outside." E) "The exact cause of SIDS still isn't known, so there's little that you can do to prevent this tragic event."
The nurse is instructing new parents on ways to decrease the risk of sudden infant death syndrome (SIDS) with their newborn son. What should be included in these instructions?
Select all that apply. A) There is nothing that can be done, so requirements for toys and bedding are of no consequence. B) Instruct that it is more common in babies from ages 6 months to 18 months. C) Avoid placing the baby in the prone or side-lying position for sleep. D) Remind the parents that the syndrome is more common in females than males, and that they have a male child. E) Do not smoke near the child and reduce all exposure to secondhand smoke.
The wife of a patient who is scheduled for a radical prostatectomy calls the clinic to ask the nurse if this impending surgery is going to affect "their sex life." What is the nurse's most appropriate response?
1. "The incidence of sexual dysfunction varies considerably among patients having this surgery. Why don't you and your husband make an appointment so we can discuss this together?" 2. "No, it shouldn't, but you need to talk to the surgeon. You should come to the office when you can." 3. "I can't answer any of your questions without first talking to your husband. Have him call me so I can get his permission." 4. "Don't worry; the hospital staff will review everything with you the morning of your husband's surgery."