Match each term to the correct statement below.
A. normal Celsius oral temperature
B. normal Fahrenheit axillary temperature
C. normal Fahrenheit rectal temperature
D. normal Fahrenheit oral temperature
E. red tip
F. blue tip
A. 37
B. 97.6
C. 99.6
D. 98.6
E. rectal thermometer
F. oral thermometer
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1. Encourage consumption of milk and yogurt 2. Enforce strict isolation protocols 3. Encourage consumption of a high-calorie carbohydrate diet 4. Strain all urine
An older adult client diagnosed as being in the early stage of Alzheimer's disease shares with the nurse that her sleep is interrupted by "the noises I hear all through the night." The nurse explains that the most likely reason for this problem is:
1. The client's age 2. A lack of presleep relaxation 3. The amount of noise entering into the client's environment 4. A manifestation of the disease process causing the brain disorder
A client is receiving a diuretic. The nurse will monitor for which adverse effect?
1. Bradycardia 2. Vomiting 3. Nausea 4. Hypotension
Which of the following statements made by the nurse regarding spiritual support displays an inappropriate intervention or attitude?
a. "I offer to pray with my patients as I prepare them for transport to surgery." b. "When patients ask where the chapel is, I tell them where it is." c. "When caring for a patient for the first time, I always check to see their religious affiliation." d. "I'm not very comfortable interviewing a patient concerning their religious beliefs or practices."