The nurse is caring for a patient with a chronic illness and whose spouse is the caregiver. What should the nurse do to assist the caregiver with coping? (Select all that apply.)
a. Empower the caregiver.
b. Share community resources.
c. Convey that a cure is possible.
d. Encourage a realistic, hopeful attitude.
e. Assist the caregiver in identifying a support network.
ANS: A, B, D, E
These actions offer the caregiver encouragement and methods for coping as a caregiver. C. False hope does not help the caregiver with coping needs.
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a. Allow the client to assume a position of comfort. b. Allow the client's family to remain at the bedside. c. Give the client a warm, non-caffeinated drink. d. Provide warm blankets or cool washcloths as desired. e. Pull the curtains around the bed to provide privacy.
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A. Aortic valve B. Tricuspid valve C. Aortic and pulmonic valve D. A and B
Which of following is/are the therapeutic effects of digoxin?
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