Community/public health nursing is different from all other specialties in that community/public health nursing has the goal of: (Choose the best answer.)
A. Assessing clients in their own home environment.
B. Caring for whole families, not just individuals.
C. Improving health over the long term for families.
D. Striving for social betterment.
ANS: D
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A) Insomnia B) Tardive dyskinesia C) Somnolence D) Constipation
The urinalysis of a patient with a urinary tract infection (UTI) reveals a high bacteria count. Ampicillin is prescribed for her UTI. The plan for the prevention of a UTI should include all of the following EXCEPT
a. Always wipe the perineum from front to back b. Explain the possible side effects of the medications. c. Avoid being cathertized, if possible d. Drink at least 1500-2000 mL of fluid daily
A client with a history of heart failure is being discharged home. What discharge instructions will assist the client in the prevention of complications associated with heart failure?
A. Drink at least 2 L of fluids daily. B. Eat six small meals daily instead of three larger meals. C. When you feel short of breath, take an additional diuretic. D. Weigh yourself daily wearing the same amount of clothing.
The character of a nursing unit is determined mainly by the:
a. nurse manager c. physicians b. nursing staff d. administration