Your client, whose husband died 3 years ago, is unaware that the traditional period of mourning has ended, nor does she recognize the ongoing disruption in her life. What type of dysfunctional grief is she experiencing?
1. chronic
2. delayed
3. exaggerated
4. masked
ANS: 1
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A patient with stable exertional angina has been receiving a beta blocker. Before giving the drug, the nurse notes a resting heart rate of 55 beats per minute. Which is an appropriate nursing ac-tion?
a. Administer the drug as ordered, because this is a desired effect. b. Withhold the dose and notify the provider of the heart rate. c. Request an order for a lower dose of the medication. d. Request an order to change to another an-tianginal medication.
A patient is admitted for constipation. When planning care for this patient, the nurse recognizes that which interventions would help control constipation? (Select all that apply.)
a. Increases in activity level b. Elimination of laxative use c. Decreased dietary fiber d. Increased fluids e. Timely response to urge to move bowels
The rapid pace walk is a good screening test for driving ability of the elderly. The patient is timed to walk as swiftly as possible along a 10 foot path. A completion time of greater than____ indicates possible need for intervention
A. 9 seconds B. 8 seconds C. 7 seconds D. 6 seconds
The nurse is assessing a client who is diagnosed with hypocalcemia. What findings does the nurse anticipate?
1. Hypertension and tachycardia 2. Muscle weakness and bone pain 3. Bleeding problems or bruising 4. Muscle twitching or tremors