A nurse caring for a patient admitted 2 days ago following a cerebral vascular accident notes that the patient is frequently coughing, has food falling from the mouth while eating, and frequently chokes
What would be the most pertinent nursing diagnosis for this patient?
A) Impaired dentition
B) Alteration in mobility
C) Altered cerebral perfusion
D) Impaired swallowing
D
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1. eat bland foods. 2. avoid straining to have a bowel movement. 3. increase fluid intake. 4. use an electric razor to shave.
The nurse in the ER knows that tissue damage has probably occurred in the person with hypothermia when a rectal temperature of ____________________? F is assessed
Fill in the blank(s) with correct word
The nurse is caring for a 14-year-old girl with severe acne. She expresses sadness and distress about her appearance. How should the nurse respond?
A) "Are you using your medicine every day?" B) "Your condition will most likely improve in a year or two." C) "Many people feel this way; I know someone who can help." D) "If you have any scarring, you can undergo dermabrasion."
The nurse assists the client with transferring from bed to chair by using a transfer belt. Which instruction does the nurse give to the client after properly positioning the client to begin?
1. Place arms around the nurse's neck to stand up. 2. Flex both knees slightly when standing upright. 3. Grasp the transfer belt for stability during transfer. 4. Face the nurse and keep both feet flat on the floor.