In a client with leukemia, why does the nurse encourage the client to use electric razors?
A) Trauma and microabrasions may contribute to anemia.
B) Fragile tissues and altered clotting mechanisms may result in hemorrhage.
C) The client is at risk for spontaneous and uncontrolled bleeding.
D) The client is at risk for infection from microorganisms.
A
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A) Discussion B) Abstract C) Introduction D) Results
Which health care provider is responsible for ensuring the room is prepared for admission and that the client is welcomed?
A) Nursing assistant B) Admitting room clerk C) Social worker D) Nurse
A nurse working in a hospital setting has experienced the death of a newborn despite giving the client excellent antepartal care. Which of the following is a recommended guideline for care of a client and family who experienced this type of loss?
A) Allow the client/family time to grieve before approaching them. B) Provide the client/family with support and allow them to express their feelings. C) Call a chaplain or family worker and set up a visit for the client/family. D) Collect mementoes of the baby and send them to the client/family in the mail.
To assess the breast for discharge and protraction of the nipple, you would place
a. the fingertips of both hands on each side of the breast and press gently. b. one hand under the breast for support and gently press with the fingers of your other hand from the outer edge of the areola toward the nipple. c. your thumb and forefinger on the areola and press inward. d. your thumb and forefinger on the nipple and gently squeeze.