Immediately following the sigmoidoscopy, its important for the nurse to assess for which manifestation?
a. headache
b. abdominal guarding
c. concentrated urine
d. inelastic skin turgor
Answer: b. abdominal guarding
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An adolescent female states that she cannot use condoms because her "boyfriend won't let her." Which action by the nurse would best fill the role of the advocate for this client?
a. Give the adolescent pamphlets to share with the boyfriend. b. Help the teen practice negotiation techniques. c. Reinforce teaching on the consequences of STDs. d. Teach the client the proper way to apply a condom.
A nurse is teaching her client about cyclosporine therapy following a recent liver transplant. What statement by the client indicates further teaching is needed?
1. "I might experience a decrease in urinary flow." 2. "I can take acetaminophen (Tylenol) for a headache, but I have to be very careful." 3. "I can take this drug with any fluid as long as it is at the same time every day." 4. "I will need to come into the clinic for periodic blood counts."
Always use the side rails and safety belt when transporting a patient on a stretcher.
Answer the following statement true (T) or false (F)
A 35-year-old new mother returned to the clinic for her 6 week postpartum check. As the nurse, you plan to discuss any questions that she might have regarding her sexual health. When is the best time to initiate this discussion?
A. As soon as the health care provider completes her pelvic exam B. As the patient is preparing for the examination C. After the examination is over and the patient is dressed D. In the waiting area