The nurse instructs a patient that when conditions for bacterial growth are not favorable, the bacteria can lie dormant as:
a. residue.
b. capsules.
c. spores.
d. flagella.
C
Spore formation occurs when conditions are unfavorable, causing the bacteria to take a dormant form.
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A bladder of a client who has a transurethral resection of the prostate (TURP) is continuously irrigated with normal saline during the immediate postoperative period to:
a. decrease the amount of scar tissue formation at the operative site b. reduce clot formation, which would interfere with urinary drainage c. prevent infection of the operative site by flushing out bacteria d. soothe pain in the operative area
A client, aged 84, is scheduled for a diagnostic test. Which of the following will be the best nursing practice when recording drug history before the diagnostic test?
A) Give printed directions to the client about participation in the test. B) Consult with the client's family members or the caregiver to confirm the information. C) Offer assurance about the diagnostic test. D) Consul with the institution's procedure manual for specific instructions.
A client is unable to go out in public to shop or do other errands because these actions trigger severe anxiety. The nurse concludes that this client is experiencing which of the following types of anxiety?
1. generalized anxiety disorder 2. negative 3. defensive 4. compulsive
The nurse has just administered a client's morning dose of medications following a high-fat breakfast. How will the absorption of the medication be affected?
1. It will be blocked. 2. It will be slowed. 3. It will be accelerated. 4. It will not be affected.