An APRN is conducting the physical assessment of a 5-year-old Caucasian girl. The patient's mother states that it seems like her daughter always has a strep throat. For what intervention might this indicate a need?
A) Dialysis
B) Removal of nasal polyps
C) Sinus surgery
D) Tonsillectomy
D
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A) No action is needed. B) Hold the next scheduled treatment. C) Slow the dialysis process during future treatment. D) Notify the physician and manage the symptoms.
In using active listening, nurses must be aware of verbal and nonverbal messages being conveyed by clients
Indicate whether the statement is true or false
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a. 64-year-old nurse who works the night shift reports drinking hot chocolate before going to bed in the morning b. 21-year-old student who takes melatonin to assist in sleeping when traveling from the United States to Europe c. 41-year-old librarian who has a body mass index (BMI) of 42 kg/m2 says that the spouse complains about snoring d. 32-year-old accountant who is experiencing a stressful week uses diphenhydramine (Benadryl) for several nights
Which information will the nurse include when teaching a patient who has developed a small vesicovaginal fistula 2 weeks into the postpartum period?
a. Take stool softeners to prevent fecal contamination of the vagina. b. Limit oral fluid intake to minimize the quantity of urinary drainage. c. Change the perineal pad frequently to prevent perineal skin breakdown. d. Call the health care provider immediately if urine drains from the vagina.