During the preoperative interview, the client's statement that would alert the nurse to an increased risk during surgery is "I
a. am a reformed smoker; I haven't had a cigarette in 10 years."
b. rarely eat red meat; it usually makes me feel bloated."
c. take a couple of aspirin every day for my headaches."
d. take a large assortment of vitamins daily."
C
Many clients take aspirin and other over-the-counter (OTC) medications that may increase the risk of bleeding.
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The measure that will be helpful to staff and clients having to deal with the event is a. asking the client's roommate not to discuss the event with other clients. b. allowing only national newspapers on the unit and sending the television "out for repair.". c. holding a staff meeting to express feelings and plan care for other clients. d. discharging as many clients as possible as quickly as possible to prevent panic.
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a. avoiding alcohol abuse. b. eating a high-protein diet. c. getting regular exercise. d. losing weight if needed.
The nurse most effectively implements guided reminiscence during a patient interview by
a. reminding the patient to share important memories of the past. b. scheduling several short interviews rather than one long one. c. controlling the interview by selecting the memories to be discussed. d. encouraging the patient to relive his or her memories while maintaining focus.
Shallow, irregularly-shaped injuries that commonly occur in elderly individuals and involve a break in the epidermis are
A. incisions. B. skin tears. C. abrasions. D. lacerations.