Which clinical situation is associated with restless leg syndrome? Patients with
a. congestive heart failure c. multiple sclerosis
b. stroke d. rheumatoid arthritis
D
Restless Leg Syndrome or RLM is a sensation that makes it difficult to fall asleep. It occurs in 8% of the general population to 30% of those with rheumatoid arthritis. Congestive heart failure and stroke have been associated with sleep apnea.
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The nurse caring for a terminally ill patient notes that the spouse is beginning to distance himself from the patient. The nurse suspects that the spouse is exhibiting which of the following?
a. unresolved grief c. disenfranchised grief b. dysfunctional grief d. anticipatory grief
Nurses who find themselves emotionally unable to care for different types of people should do all of the following EXCEPT
A. Ignore any biases they may have B. Get support to sort through feelings C. Be vigilant about not compromising care D. Develop healthy coping mechanisms
A group of community health nurses are discussing health care policy in the United States. Which of the following reflects the consensus view?
A) Market forces should solve the problem. B) The government should assume responsibility. C) Health care policy needs to change. D) Health care policy is flawed but adequate.
A patient is brought to the emergency department after taking a handful of TCA pills. The nurse will expect to provide what when caring for this patient? (Select all that apply.)
a. Cardiac monitoring b. Cholinesterase inhibitors c. Gastric lavage and activated charcoal d. Sedative medications e. Procainamide