Describe the practices that could be incorporated into Helen's care to reduce her psychological distress both during the initial weeks post injury and in the rehabilitation/ discharge phase of her recovery
What will be an ideal response?
Suggested response: Factors that could be incorporated into Helen's care to reduce her psychological distress: a Early psychological support from social work or psychology b Utilisation of pharmacological agents to reduce neuropathic pain post amputation c Open disclosure and discussion of injuries to allow conversation and processing of grief from loss of limb and independence
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1. The physician, the nurse, and the client must agree on the treatment or procedure. 2. The consent must be given by family members as well as the client. 3. The client only needs to know the purpose of the treatment or procedure. 4. The consent must be given voluntarily.
A 78-year-old male patient has been admitted to your unit with neurological deficits of unknown origin. The nurse caring for this patient knows that dulled tactile sensation in this patient is a normal finding
What could this dulled tactile sensation cause? A) Abnormal identification of personal belongings B) Heightened sense of touch C) Confusion about body position D) Heightened sense of location
A student nurse on the pediatric unit is preparing gentamicin to administer intravenously. The student understands that she must apply the "five rights" when administering medications. Is this statement true or false?
Indicate whether the statement is true or false
Which assessment is most relevant to the care of an infant with dehydration?
a. Temperature, heart rate, and blood pressure. b. Respiratory rate, oxygen saturation, and lung sounds. c. Heart rate, sensorium, and skin color. d. Diet tolerance, bowel function, and abdominal girth.