An 85-year-old widower is brought to an emergency department by his caregiver. The client has a fractured arm, is soaked in urine, and has dried fecal matter on him
His right cheek is freshly bruised and he has bruises and abrasions on his abdomen in multiple stages of healing. He is 6 feet tall and weighs only 120 pounds. Which type of response, when asked about his injuries, should a nurse anticipate from this client?
A) Will honestly reveal the nature of his injuries
B) May deny or minimize the injuries
C) May have forgotten what happened to him
D) Will ask to be placed in a nursing home
B
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Alternative approaches refer to interventions that are used instead of conventional treatment. A client asks a nurse to explain the difference between alternative and complementary medicine. Which is an appropriate nursing response?
1. "Alternative medicine is a more acceptable practice than complementary medicine." 2. "Alternative and complementary medicine are terms that essentially mean the same thing." 3. "Complementary medicine disregards traditional medical approaches." 4. "Complementary therapies partner alternative approaches with traditional medical practice."
A client hospitalized for worsening kidney injury suddenly becomes restless and agitated. Assessment reveals tachycardia and crackles bilaterally at the bases of the lungs. Which is the nurse's first intervention?
a. Begin ultrafiltration. b. Administer an antianxiety agent. c. Place the client on mechanical ventilation. d. Place the client in high Fowler's position.
During an admission assessment, the nurse notes that the child has impaired oral mucous membranes. Nursing interventions aimed at resolving the problem would be
1. administering topical analgesics. 2. promoting an adequate intake ofnutrients. 3. administering antibiotics as ordered. 4. using lemon and glycerin for oralhygiene
The ribs, scapula, skull, and sternum are classified as ________ bones.
Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).