In assessing the mood of older adult clients, a nurse documents which finding as abnormal?
a. Sadness and grief after returning from the funeral of a long time friend
b. Depression that interferes with the ability to perform activities of daily living
c. Frustration about rearranging the day's schedule to attend a grandson's birthday party
d. Crying about the unexpected death of a pet which had been with the family 12 years
ANS: B
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Which statement indicates that the nurse understands the developmental–interpersonal perspective of the self-system?
1. "A person's sense of security is primarily derived from doing well in school." 2. "Security is only achieved when a child discovers his or her autonomy." 3. "Feelings of self-worth are established during infancy." 4. "Childhood experiences influence the way people view and understand themselves."
What should the nurse explain as reasons why a person who is ill should be allowed to adopt the "sick role." (Select all that apply.)
a. Exempt from usual roles b. Seeking attention c. Expected to get well d. Actively seeking remedy e. Using illness as excuse for failure
A nurse is caring for a client with stage IV colon cancer and multiple-stage two wounds on the coccyx area. The client confides feeling very weak and wanting to discontinue further aggressive treatment
Which nursing action best demonstrates the nurse in the role of the patient advocate? A) The nurse relays the message to the physician and requests an antidepressant. B) The nurse asks the client how might his or her family feel with this decision. C) The nurse sits with the client and suggests that the client reconsider. D) The nurse offers to be present to support the client at a family meeting.
An instructor explains to a student the controversy surrounding the minimum volume of water and fluid required for optimal health. The student understands that most tend to follow the recommendation of
1. 12 to 16 eight-ounce glasses of fluid per day. 2. 6 to 8 eight-ounce glasses of fluid per day. 3. 8 to 12 twelve-ounce glasses of fluid per day. 4. 10 to 14 sixteen-ounce glasses of fluid per day.