ERnsure spatial separation of at least ___ ft from those with a cough
Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).
Answer: 3 feet
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Which statement made by a client with a spinal cord injury, who is now living at home, indicates correct understanding of preventive strategies for respiratory problems?
A. "I use an incentive spirometer every 8 hours." B. "I take two aspirins right away if I have a fever." C. "I take a cough medicine to prevent excessive coughing." D. "I spend most of my time on my right side so I don't aspirate."
A nurse who is being sensitive to the client's needs would do which of the following?
A) Avoid the use of silence. B) Use closed-ended questions. C) Listen to the client's feelings. D) Refrain from asking for details so the client does not feel pressured.
The difference between the standard emergency triage practice and the current emergency triage of mass casualties is that:
1. current emergencies triage women and children first. 2. standard triage treats those with least serious injuries first. 3. previous emergencies never involved the triage of mass casualties or victims of infectious agents. 4. emergency triage focuses on the clients with the best chance to live.
A 67-year-old client has been diagnosed with atrial fibrillation. After receiving treatment, the client is going home from the hospital with a prescription for medication to control the condition. What information would the nurse provide to best educate the client about this condition? Select all that apply.
a. The client will need to monitor for signs of bleeding b. The client can take herbal remedies but should not take vitamin supplements c. The client should be familiar with signs and symptoms of stroke d. The client should notify the healthcare provider if they will be traveling e. The client should avoid grapefruit and grapefruit juice