Which of the following accurately describes a guideline when inserting an indwelling catheter?
A) Use clean technique when inserting a catheter.
B) Maintain an open system whenever possible.
C) Use the largest appropriate-sized catheter.
D) Avoid irrigation unless needed to relieve an obstruction.
D
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Which documentation by the nurse is most appropriate?
a. "The patient states would except moving to a semi-private room." b. "Developed aspiration pneumonia due to dysphasia." c. "Bruise noted on right side over fractured abdimin." d. "Right jugular vein distended."
The unlicensed assistive personnel (UAP) informs the nurse that the client is complaining of severe postoperative pain and requests pain medication. Which action would be appropriate for the nurse to perform?
1. Give the client an analgesic. 2. Assess the client's pain and respond as indicated. 3. Ask the UAP for more data regarding the client's pain. 4. Tell the UAP to inform the client that the nurse will be in as soon as possible.
A nurse is preparing to give a presentation at a community screening program on prostate cancer. What information should the nurse include?
1. Prostate cancer has a low incidence of metastasis to other organs. 2. African Americans are considered at highest risk for this cancer. 3. A diet high in dairy products is a risk factor. 4. Annual digital rectal exams (DRE) are recommended after age 65.
Which of the following is not one of the nine patterns of human response according to the NANDA nursing diagnosis taxonomy?
a. reading c. exchanging b. valuing d. feeling