An adult with diabetes receives 20 units of insulin each morning and evening. How will the nurse teach the patient to administer the insulin?
A) "Use a 1-mL syringe and give 0.4 mL."
B) "Use a 5-mL syringe and give 0.40 mL."
C) "Use a tuberculin syringe and give 4/10 mL."
D) "Use an insulin syringe and give 20 units."
D
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A) Cervical collar C) Traction with weights and pulleys B) Cast D) Turning frame
The informatics nurse is working with the information technology department to update the procedure and policies for system security. Which information should be included to prevent the introduction of malicious software into the system? Select all that apply.
A) Disable the Internet firewall. B) Only use licensed software on the computers. C) Never open any file attachment from an unfamiliar source. D) Download software patches to eliminate security problems. E) Retain backup copies of original software, work files, and directory structure for each computer.
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A) Disregard the client's status. B) Do not use touch out of respect for the client's privacy. C) Converse with the client about his or her life experience. D) Do not acknowledge or allow expression of negative feelings.
The nurse assesses a 77-year-old woman who has been caring for her husband who has Alzheimer disease in their home for the past 8 years. The client complains of exhaustion and depression
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