On removing a dressing from a client on the third postoperative day, the nurse notes thin, pink-colored drainage and documents this as
a. serous.
b. sanguineous.
c. serosanguineous.
d. purulent.
C
Serosanguineous exudate is drainage composed of both serous fluid and blood. It is pink and usually fairly thin.
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The nurse explains that this symptom is known as orthostatic hypotension, and she should instruct the patient to a. maintain bed rest for at least 2 weeks. b. sleep on her left side to improve her circulation. c. lie down and put her feet up on pillows. d. try increasing the salt and water in her diet.
Helping nurses work as a team is one of the goals of:
a. home health nursing b. psychiatric home care nursing c. psychiatric liaison nursing d. consultation
A nursing assistant is a key position on the health care team. The primary responsibility for nursing assistants is to
A. Assist the doctor by performing procedures. B. Supervise environmental services teams. C. Care for patients under the supervision of an RN. D. Schedule LPN staff on all shifts.
A client who is at 18 weeks' gestation has been newly diagnosed with megaloblastic anemia. Which client statement indicates teaching has been effective?
1. "My body makes red blood cells that are smaller than they should be." 2. "Megaloblastic anemia is not known to cause any serious risks to my baby." 3. "Whenever possible, I should boil my vegetables in at least 2 quarts of water." 4. "I should include fresh leafy green vegetables, red meat, fish, poultry, and legumes in my diet."