The home health nurse practices anticipatory guidance for a family with a 12-month-old child by giving information and brochures about:
a. Methods to decrease teething discomfort
b. Methods to introduce solid food
c. Advantages of breastfeeding
d. Accident-proofing their home
D
Accident-proofing the home is to lessen the possibility of accidents to the child who is beginning to ambulate independently. Covering electrical outlets, installing childproof catches on low cabinets, and padding sharp furniture edges can help avoid accidents. All other options are not timely for this family.
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a. generic and trade names of the vaccine b. amount of vaccine remaining in vial or ampoule c. route of vaccine administration d. type and date of vaccine administration
Nursing was described as a distinct occupation in the sacred books of which faith?
1) Buddhism 2) Christianity 3) Hinduism 4) Judaism
A 30-year-old client is discharged after treatment for respiratory and kidney disorders. What medical equipment used by the client must be disinfected for reuse?
A) Mouth care utensils B) Incentive spirometers C) The intravenous (IV) pump D) Wash basins
A client is started on sotalol (Betapace) for conversion of atrial fibrillation. Which finding requires immediate nursing action?
1. A widening of the QRS complex 2. Complaints of a "flutter" feeling in the chest 3. Complaints of headache 4. Increased blood glucose level