A nurse is promoting the use of family-centered care in a local community clinic. Which of the following are advantages or disadvantages of this type of care provision? Select all answers that apply
A) Recovery times are longer.
B) Anxiety is decreased.
C) Communication is improved.
D) Health care costs are increased.
E) Pain management is enhanced.
F) More health care resources are utilized.
B, C, E
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When preparing for a maxillary resection, the nurse should provide the client and family with which instruction?
1. "It is important to keep objects within reach and in the same place at all times.". 2. "Your speech will not be affected, so communication will not be a problem.". 3. "You will be given pain medication whenever you need it, so pain should not be a concern.". 4. "It will be at least 3 to 4 days after surgery before you will be allowed out of bed.".
A patient reports epigastric abdominal pain, nausea, and vomiting. The serum amylase level is 450 units/dL. For which health problem should the nurse plan care?
A. Malnutrition B. Gastritis C. Pancreatitis D. Diverticulitis
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True False