When working in the client's home, you should not
A) prepare meals or shop for groceries.
B) maintain a safe environment.
C) take sides in family disputes.
D) interact with family members.
C
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The nurse should monitor the client for an increase in which of the following resulting from the interaction of these two drugs? A) Increased neuromuscular blocking effect B) Increased effectiveness of digoxin C) Increased serum levels of digoxin D) Increased effectiveness of solifenacin
When a nurse delegates a treatment to be performed by other personnel
a. the hospital is ultimately responsible for the treatment b. that other person documents the patient's response to treatment c. the nurse is responsible for ensuring that the treatment was completed according to standards of care d. that other person is ultimately responsible for the patient's response to treatment
An adolescent with cystic fibrosis is intubated with an endotracheal tube. Which nursing diagnosis is most appropriate for this adolescent?
1. Potential for Imbalanced Nutrition, More Than Body Requirements Related to Inactivity 2. Anxiety Related to Leaving Chores Undone at Home 3. Potential for Fear of Future Pain Related to Medical Procedures 4. Powerlessness (Moderate) Related to Inability to Speak to or Communicate with Friends
What is the easiest way for a nurse to screen for persons who have or are at risk for developing alcohol- or drug-related problems?
a. A laboratory test, which, although somewhat expensive, is very accurate b. Having teachers watch for inappropriate, inebriated behaviors in the classroom c. Paper-and-pencil tests concerning self-report of personal habits d. Testing a hair sample, which is nonintrusive and relatively inexpensive