Which of the following groups represents a vulnerable population? Select all that apply
a. Homeless persons with no known illnesses
b. Women who have experienced domestic violence
c. Fifth grade students at the local elementary school
d. Persons with type 1 diabetes mellitus
A, B, D
Vulnerable populations include those with limited economic or social resources, the very young and the very old, those with chronic disease, and people who have experienced abuse or trauma.
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A preschool-age child is seen in a pediatric oncology clinic. The nurse assigned to care for the client anticipates a diagnosis of cancer. Which reactions are considered common for the preschool-age child to experience with illnesses and hospitalizations?
Select all that apply. A) Unawareness of the illness and its severity B) Understanding of what cancer is and how it is treated C) Thoughts that they caused their illness and are being punished D) Confusion as to why a parent is unable to make the illness go away E) Acceptance, especially if able to discuss the disease with children their own age
A client is scheduled for surgery. Before surgery, the nurse would be responsible for which of the following? Select all that apply
A) Describing the preparation for surgery ordered by the physician B) Assessing the physical status of the client C) Describing postoperative care D) Demonstrating postoperative client activities E) Demonstrating the use of a PCA pump
A child is diagnosed with hypothyroidism. The nurse should expect to assess which symptoms associated with hypothyroidism? Select all that apply
a. Weight loss b. Fatigue c. Diarrhea d. Dry, thick skin e. Cold intolerance
The nurse is directing an unlicensed assistive personnel (UAP) to take maternal vital signs between contractions. Which statement is the best rationale for assessing maternal vital signs between contractions?
a. Vital signs taken during contractions are not accurate. b. During a contraction, assessing fetal heart rate is the priority. c. Maternal blood flow to the heart is reduced during contractions. d. Maternal circulating blood volume increases temporarily during contractions.