A nurse admits a client diagnosed with pneumonia. The client has a history of chronic renal insufficiency, and the health care provider orders furosemide (Lasix) 40 mg twice a day. What is most important to include in the teaching plan for this client?
a. That the medication will have to be monitored very carefully owing to the client's diagnosis of pneumonia.
b. The fact that Lasix has been proven to decrease symptoms with pneumonia.
c. The fact that Lasix has shown efficacy in treating persons with renal insufficiency.
d. That the medication will need to be given at a higher than normal dose owing to the client's medical problems.
Answer: c. The fact that Lasix has shown efficacy in treating persons with renal insufficiency.
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a. Nurses' faith beliefs do not play a part in healing. b. The spiritual aspect takes precedence over the physical body in healing. c. Spiritual health is central to a person's well-being. d. Faith community nurses must receive formal training as a minister or clergy.
A client who is scheduled for a bilateral inguinal hernia repair the next day is observed pacing the unit. After validating that the client is anxious about his upcoming surgery because he is afraid of pain, a relevant nursing diagnosis would be
a. anxiety related to surgery. b. pain related to anxiety about surgery as evidenced by pacing. c. anxiety related to fear of postoperative pain as evidenced by pacing. d. pacing related to fear of postoperative pain.
The nurse is preparing to conduct a physical examination of a client's head and neck area. The client is in a wheelchair due to an injury to the cervical spine. The nurse recognizes that the client:
1. Should be placed prone for the examination. 2. Should be supported during the examination. 3. Should be placed in an armless regular chair. 4. Should be placed in a Sims position.
Which teaching topic is the priority for the nurse who is teaching the family of an infant diagnosed with osteogenesis imperfecta?
1. Cast care 2. Trunk and extremity support during everyday care 3. Postoperative spinal surgery care 4. Traction care