Some patients are so large that they cannot care for their own personal hygiene
Indicate whether the statement is true or false
True
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A group of 16- and 17-year-old girls are attending a concert. The music at the concert will be 80 to 90 dB. What should the girls be aware of?
A) Hearing will not be affected by a decibel level in this range. B) Hearing loss may occur with a decibel level in this range. C) Sounds in this decibel level are not perceived to be harsh to the ear. D) Ear plugs will have no effect on decibel levels.
A client with a rolling hiatal hernia complains of a feeling of fullness after eating and difficulty breathing. When the client says, "I think I should lie down for awhile," the nurse should remind the client
a. that arching the back while lying down will reduce the discomfort. b. that lying down may increase the distress. c. to drink milk or eat a small snack before lying down. d. to lie on the left side for at least 15 minutes.
The nurse is discussing the disease known as pellagra with a new mother. Which vitamin deficiency should the nurse teach as being the cause of this disorder?
A) Thiamine B) Vitamin C C) Niacin D) Iron
The nurse is instructing a client on the characteristics of central nervous system medications. Which characteristic should be included in this teaching?
1. Ability of the medications to cross the blood–brain barrier 2. Neurotransmitters 3. Function of a neuron 4. Location of synapses