J.P. is at increased risk for contracting an infection because of the immunosuppressive
therapy. Describe four strategies for preventing infections that you would include in his
discharge teaching plan.
What will be an ideal response?
• Wash hands often. It is especially important to do so before he eats.
• Limit contact with anyone who has a cold or any other infection such as measles or chickenpox.
• Avoid people who have been recently vaccinated.
• Stay out of crowded areas.
• Don't take care of pets. They may stay in the house, but the spouse should clean the litter box.
• Brush and floss daily. Have regular dental examinations and cleaning.
• Avoid working in the soil or gardening for 6 months.
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The nurse identifies actions that might assist the family of the terminally ill client, including: Standard Text: Select all that apply
1. Suggesting placement in a hospice unit instead of home care. 2. Allowing family to visit ad lib. 3. Reinforcing information that family members might not have absorbed. 4. Reorienting the client who is hallucinating. 5. Asking direct questions about needs.
Which of the following points should a nurse include in the teaching plan for a patient who has been prescribed a nonopioid analgesic?
A) Discontinue the dosage of the drug immediately if symptoms disappear. B) Take any over-the-counter (OTC) drug if pain increases. C) Contact physician if temperature remains high even after 3 days. D) Contact physician if severe or recurrent pain persists for more than 10 days.
The nurse is discussing the past week's activities with a client receiving amitriptyline hydrochloride. The nurse determines that the medication is most effective for this client if the client reports which of the following?
1. A decrease in appetite 2. Sleeping 14 to 16 hours each day 3. Ability to get to work on time each day 4. Having difficulty concentrating on an activity
A nurse is assessing a patient who has just been admitted to the postsurgical unit following surgical resection for the treatment of oropharyngeal cancer. What assessment should the nurse prioritize?
A) Assess ability to clear oral secretions. B) Assess for signs of infection. C) Assess for a patent airway. D) Assess for ability to communicate.