What instruction does the nurse give the client as the nasogastric tube is being removed?
What will be an ideal response?
"Hold your breath."
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An elderly female with osteoarthritis has difficulty ambulating because of pain. What intervention may the nurse take to help with the patient's mobility?
A) Motivate the patient to walk in the afternoon. B) Determine if self-care devices are needed. C) Administer an analgesic as ordered to increase mobility. D) Have another person with osteoarthritis visit the patient.
Which contraceptive method would be contraindicated in a client with a history of toxic shock syndrome?
a. Condom b. Spermicide c. Cervical cap d. Oral contraceptives
While reviewing a male patient's history in the chart provided, the nurse becomes concerned. The patient states, "I haven't been to see a physician in years, and it's time for me to get a thorough check-up."
Based on the nurse's understanding of genetically related diseases, which diagnostic screening examination may be ordered for this patient? 1. a mammogram 2. a prostate exam 3. a colonoscopy 4. a cardiovascular assessment
A prominent forehead, large nose, large jaw, and elongation of the facial bones and extremities are signs of:
a. infantile hydrocephalus. b. acromegaly. c. Cushing syndrome. d. achondroplasia.