To prevent the effects of postoperative immobility on the gastrointestinal system, the nurse suggests that the patient:
1. avoid taking antibiotics.
2. increase her fluid intake.
3. avoid high-fiber foods.
4. limit her activity for the first 3 to 4 days.
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The intake of oral fluids and ingestion of a normal diet help stimulate peristalsis.
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During rounds, the interdisciplinary team is discussing the care of a child with a newly diagnosed Wilms' tumor. The nurse describes the mother as being angry and upset that they are not caring properly for her child
What behavior probably is the cause of the mother's anger? 1. The mother is beginning the stages of grief over loss of her previously well child. 2. The mother is feeling guilty for not recognizing that the child was ill. 3. The nurses are negligent in providing safe care for the child. 4. The mother does not have adequate support from Social Services.
A client who is being treated for psychosis has begun exhibiting signs of increasing agitation and has started repetitively opening and slamming the door to the client's room
Which of the following nursing interventions address and redirect the client's behavior? Standard Text: Select all that apply. 1. "You need to stop slamming your door and go down the hall to the group meeting." 2. "How about taking a walk with me so we can find a place for you to let go of some of your nervous energy." 3. "I can see that you have some excess energy that you need to get out, but you cannot continue to slam this door." 4. "You seem upset, would you like some medication to help you with your agitation?" 5. "If you don't stop slamming the door, I will lock it for the rest of the day."
Which activity would the nurse least likely include as exemplifying the preconceptual phase of Piaget's preoperational stage?
A) Displays of animism B) Use of active imaginations C) Understanding of opposites D) Beginning questioning of parents' values
You test a patient for temperature sensation. Why is this test included?
a. It is part of the routine sensory assessment. b. Abnormal findings in superficial pain sensation were found. c. It is recommended for all patients over the age of 40. d. This test is more discriminating in patients with diabetes than the tests for touch and pain.