The nurse giving discharge instructions to the patient who is severely allergic to insect stings would caution the patient to:
1. wear bright colors to repel insects.
2. apply perfume liberally as a protection.
3. dress in sleeveless, easily removable garments.
4. obtain an emergency treatment kit.
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An emergency kit with Benadryl and/or injectable epinephrine is recommended. Insects are attracted by bright colors and perfume. Arms and legs should be covered with clothing.
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The Minimum Data Set (MDS)
a. Refers care providers to problem areas that must be addressed in the plan of care b. Dictates the nursing care that should be provided to every nursing home resident c. Focuses on care required for specific medical diagnoses d. Refers care providers to standardized plans of care
A patient with antisocial behavior was treated several times for substance dependence. Each time, the patient relapsed. Which treatment approach is most appropriate?
a. 1-week detoxification program b. Long-term outpatient therapy c. 12-step self-help program d. Residential program
In quantitative studies, a basic distinction is between
A) Grounded theory and phenomenological research B) Empirical and nonempirical research C) Experimental and nonexperimental research D) Population-based and sample-based research
An hour after birth, the nurse assesses a newborn's temperature and notes that it is 36.2° C (97.2° F). The next activity planned for the newborn is the bath, and the new mother and father are invited to participate in the procedure
What is the nurse's next action? a. Take the infant's temperature rectally. b. Ask the father to test the water to determine if it is too hot. c. Delay the bath until the newborn's temperature is above 36.7° C (98° F). d. Explain to the new parents that no soap should be used to cleanse the eyes.