The next step of the nursing process following determination of an appropriate nursing diagnosis is the:
a. assessment phase.
b. planning phase.
c. implementation phase.
d. evaluation phase.
B
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The pediatric nurse identifies the following pediatric and adolescent considerations about sex and sexuality: Standard Text: Select all that apply
1. Infants begin to develop a gender identity. 2. Female children are at risk for sexual abuse. 3. Adolescent sexual behaviors are influenced by culture and peers. 4. TSE and BSE are unnecessary until young adulthood. 5. Pregnancy prevention should be addressed.
During advanced cardiac life support (ACLS) training, a nurse performs defibrillation using a mannequin. Which teaching strategy is being employed?
1) One-to-one instruction 2) Computer-assisted instruction 3) Role modeling 4) Simulation
Which is not considered a risk factor for male patients in terms of contracting a sexually transmitted infection (STI)?
1) Multiple sexual partners 2) Smoking 3) Intravenous (IV) drug use 4) Unprotected sex
The nurse is teaching a patient with hypertension about the use of over-the-counter (OTC) drugs. What does the nurse include in the teaching plan? (Select all that apply.)
a. "OTC cold remedies can be safely taken and will not affect your blood pressure." b. "Avoid cold remedies that contain phenylephrine or pseudoephedrine because they can increase your blood pressure." c. "OTC nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) can cause secondary hypertension." d. "Avoid taking OTC histamine blockers for reflux or upset stomach." e. "Be sure to contact your prescriber before taking any OTC preparations."