An African American client with a history of alcohol dependence is discharged with nutritional recommendations to increase the intake of vitamin B foods and thiamine. The client states, "I can't eat this stuff; this food isn't fit for real people
". Which factor was not incorporated into the plan of care? A) Social environment B) Age
C) Lifestyle habits D) Marital status
C
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A nurse is caring for an elderly client who has been prescribed flurazepam by the physician. Which of the following effects of flurazepam is a potential safety hazard for clients taking the medication?
A) Daytime drowsiness B) Nausea and vomiting as a side effect C) Excessive sleep due to cumulative effect D) Risk of gastrointestinal upset
Schiötz tonometry is a diagnostic test for __________
Fill in the blank(s) with correct word
A psychiatric crisis nurse determines that a suicidal client does not need to be admitted. The client's family is very supportive and is requesting more information about how to help. Which teaching should the nurse provide?
A) Only serious threats of suicide should be addressed to avoid any secondary gain she might otherwise receive. B) Promise to maintain confidentiality with her because this promotes trust. C) Try not to invade her privacy; give her some time alone to explore her feelings. D) Acknowledge and accept her feelings by being an active listener.
A nurse notes that several of the patients on the unit have ear infections. Most of the children are very young. Children are more prone to ear infections than adults because:
a. The eustachian tube is not patent in infants and young children b. The eustachian tube is longer in infants than in adults and older children c. The eustachian tube is narrower than in adults and older children d. The eustachian tube is straighter than in older children and adults