A nurse is testifying at a committee meeting about a health bill. Which of the following actions should be taken by the nurse? (Select all that apply.)
a. Briefly describe personal education, experience, and expertise in the area.
b. Discuss how the bill affects more than just nurses.
c. Include factual data and, if possible, statistical information in visual form.
d. Include the names of famous persons in the media who agree with you.
ANS: A, B, C
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a. Document the findings. b. Request a dietary consult. c. Place the client in isolation. d. Assess the client's vital signs.
A client is prescribed 30 mL of an oral medication for each dose. When the client is discharged, how many tablespoons of medication should the nurse instruct the client to take for each dose?
1. 1 T 2. 2 T 3. 3 T 4. 4 T
The nurse is teaching nutrition guidelines to a group of newly diagnosed HIV/AIDS clients. What tip should the nurse give the clients to eat a healthier diet?
A) Drink sweetened beverages and foods high in added sugar. B) Eat at least 2 cups per day of a variety of fruits and vegetables. C) Eat a diet rich in whole grains, vegetables, fruits, and legumes with lean sources of protein. D) Avoid foods high in monosaturated fat.
Mrs. Lawrence grew up in Europe and raises many herbs for medicinal use in her home garden. She tells you that peppermint tea is a good cure for stomach ailments and insists upon you giving it to her husband, your patient, with his meals
You should: A) Refuse to take part in her plan of treatment, and tell her that her ideas will likely harm her husband B) Let her know that you will request an order from her husband's physician to allow the tea to be given C) Explain to her that in this country, herbal medications cannot be given by nurses at all D) Refer her to the pharmacist for a more comprehensive explanation of why herbal remedies will not help her husband