Assessment of a female client complaining of feeling tired frequently reveals that she is short-tempered, eats very little, and sleeps excessively. The nurse interprets these findings as suggesting which of the following?
A) Bipolar disorder
B) Schizophrenia
C) Stress
D) Dysthymic disorder
C
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The nurse is providing care for a client recently diagnosed with type 2 diabetes mellitus. Which is the reason for using the Nursing Outcomes Classification (NOC) system when formulating client outcomes when planning care?
A) The NOC looks more professional in the plan of care. B) The NOC allows better nursing communication. C) The NOC facilitates the collection of client care data. D) It would be easier than forming other types outcomes.
The nurse is providing dietary education for a client recently diagnosed with a form of arthritis. The client is encouraged to avoid alcohol, organ meats, and dried peas, beans, and peanuts
These recommendations are appropriate for clients diagnosed with: 1. Gouty arthritis. 2. Osteoarthritis. 3. Rheumatoid arthritis. 4. Reactive arthritis.
During a well-child visit, the nurse determines the BMI and reviews the food records to evaluate for which of the following?
A) Adequacy of intake C) Risks of obesity B) Progression toward optimal BMI D) Risks of malnutrition
A 8 hour old neonate is irritable and tremulous. These findings are consistent with withdrawal from in utero exposure to:
a. cocaine b. heroin c. methadone