A 38-year-old client wants to know what he can do to reduce his risk of heart disease. In which one of the following is an andragogical assumption for learning represented?
a. Biological developmental influences on readiness to learn
b. Dependency on the teacher for learning
c. Immediate application time perspective
d. Subject-centered orientation to learning
C
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The nurse's comprehensive assessment of an older adult involves the assessment of the patient's gait. How should the nurse best perform this assessment?
A) Instruct the patient to walk heel-to-toe for 15 to 20 steps. B) Instruct the patient to walk in a straight line while not looking at the floor. C) Instruct the patient to walk away from the nurse for a short distance and then toward the nurse. D) Instruct the patient to balance on one foot for as long as possible and then walk in a circle around the room.
During a home visit the nurse learns that an older patient with type 2 diabetes mellitus and chronic renal failure is experiencing headache, polydipsia, and lethargy
What is the most important assessment that the nurse should make at this time? 1. Measure the patient's latest urine output. 2. Assess the patient's appetite and oral intake. 3. Measure the patient's current capillary blood glucose level. 4. Determine the amount of fluid the patient has ingested over the last few hours.
Why must fluoroquinolone drugs be avoided during pregnancy, lactation, and childhood?
a. The drug damages muscles, tendons, and bones in the fetus and growing children. b. The fetal and newborn liver cannot metabolize the drug, leading to anemia and jaundice. c. The fetus and newborn are more likely to have allergic reactions to fluoroquinolones. d. The drug interferes with tooth enamel development causing permanently stained teeth.
Which action most effectively demonstrates that a new staff member understands the role of scrub nurse?
a. Documents all patient care accurately b. Labels all specimens to send to the lab c. Keeps both hands above the operating table level d. Takes the patient to the postanesthesia recovery area