The nurse teaches a patient about a sustained release capsule. Which statement by the patient requires an intervention by the nurse?
a. "The capsule may cost more than a tablet."
b. "This medication will be absorbed slowly."
c. "I must swallow this medication whole."
d. "I will take this medication 4 times a day."
Answer: d. "I will take this medication 4 times a day."
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The nurse is teaching the mother of a 12-year-old boy about the risk factors associated with drug and alcohol abuse. Which of the following responses from his mother indicates a need for further teaching?
A) "A family history of alcoholism is a risk factor for substance abuse." B) "Just because his friends are experimenting does not mean that he will." C) "If my husband or I have a substance abuse problem it could increase his risk." D) "Negative life events are a potential risk factor."
When the pregnant diabetic experiences hypoglycemia while hospitalized, the nurse should have the patient
a. Eat 6 saltine crackers. b. Drink 8 oz of orange juice with 2 tsp of sugar added. c. Drink 4 oz of orange juice followed by 8 oz of milk. d. Eat hard candy or commercial glucose wafers.
The hospital administration has arranged for critical incident stress debriefing for the staff after a mass casualty incident. Which statement by the debriefing team leader is most appropriate for this situation?
a. "You are free to express your feelings; whatever is said here stays here." b. "Let's determine what we can do better the next time we have this situation." c. "This session is only for nursing and medical staff, not for ancillary personnel." d. "Let's pass around the written policy compliance form for everyone."
The diagnosis of hypertension depends on accurate assessment of blood pressure (BP). What is the appropriate technique to measure a child's BP?
a. Assess BP while the child is standing. b. Compare left arm with left leg BP readings. c. Use a narrow cuff to ensure that the readings are correct. d. Measure BP with the child in the sitting position on three separate occasions.