Discuss some things the nursing assistant should do when caring for the disoriented patient.
What will be an ideal response?
State instructions one at a time, using clear, simple terms. Provide short activities that do not require a high degree of concentration. Be consistent in routines and use reality orientation. Build the patient's self-esteem. Keep the environment well-lighted, cool, and quiet.
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1. Excitement 2. Plateau 3. Orgasm 4. Resolution
The nurse is preparing a solution that is 2 parts bleach tot 6 parts water to cleanse a wound per the provider's prescription
Which is the strength of the solution as a fraction? Record your answer using a fraction reduced to the lowest terms.
Open and honest communication is needed for a successful partnership
Indicate whether the statement is true or false.
Which indicates virulence of an infectious agent?
A) Immune response in the host B) Ability to produce serious disease in the host C) Power to invade and infect large numbers of people D) Ability to produce disease in those infected with the agent