You are caring for a patient who is dying. You know that
A) the patient will be unconscious at the end of life.
B) hearing is the last sense to be lost.
C) the pupils will become very small.
D) a dying person cannot feel physical or emotional pain.
B
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1. Ask for a recall of the infant's intake in the previous day. 2. #the mother about development milestones. 3. Report the case to Child Protective Services. 4. Firmly instruct the family about appropriate dietary intake for the infant.
Which nonpharmacological interventions would the nurse utilize in helping a client with muscle spasms? (Select all that apply.)
Note: Credit will be given only if all correct choices and no incorrect choices are selected. 1. Application of heat or cold 2. Hydrotherapy 3. Massage 4. Manipulation 5. Liniments
Which of the following best describes the purpose of strategic planning?
a. To anticipate client needs now and in the future b. To match client needs, provider strengths, and agency resources c. To maximize effective use of agency resources d. To utilize provider strengths and competencies
The environment and its effect on human health are often considered in two ways. What is an example of how to focus on contaminants in the environment?
A) Radon influence on human health B) Neighborhood safety C) Access to grocery stores D) Climate effects on health