A client who is scheduled to have surgery for a hernia the next day is anxious about the whole procedure. The nurse assures the client that surgery for hernias is very common and that the prognosis is very good
What skills of the nurse are reflected here?
A) Imaginal skills
B) Interpersonal skills
C) Instrumental skills
D) Systems skill
Ans: B
The scenario reflects the nurse's interpersonal skills. It shows how a person relates with others. The nurse shows imaginal skills when he or she envisions a plan for adapting and personalizing client care. Instrumental skills are associated with basic physical and intellectual competencies. Systems skills are those that help the nurse see the whole picture and how various parts relate.
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The infant is suspected of having an esophageal atresia/tracheoesophageal fistula. While waiting for the pediatrician to see the infant, the nurse should: 1. Position the infant in semi-Fowler position. 2. Allow the infant to be taken to the mother's room for bonding. 3. Offer the infant formula feeding instead of breastfeeding. 4. Wrap the infant in blankets and place in a crib by the viewing window.
The nurse receives a handoff report on four patients. Which patient should the nurse assess first?
a. Pain rating 4/10 after pain medication b. Blood pressure 102/62 mm Hg c. Pulse 42 beats/min d. Respiratory rate 18 breaths/min
The nurse is assessing a patient admitted with renal stones. During the admission assessment, what parameters would be priorities for the nurse to address? Select all that apply
A) Dietary history B) Family history of renal stones C) Medication history D) Surgical history E) Vaccination history
What provides the basis for selection of nursing interventions?
A) Database B) Nursing interventions C) Nursing diagnoses D) Evaluation