Which of the following describes the correct use of a TENS unit?
A) The electrodes should be placed over the carotid sinus nerves or over pharyngeal muscles.
B) The unit should be turned on when repositioning or removing electrodes.
C) TENS should not be used when the etiology of the pain is unknown.
D) For acute pain, a recommended pulse of 30 to 50 microseconds should be used.
C
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An elderly patient is admitted to the CCU with a critical illness. To support the developmental goals and tasks of this patient, what is an appropriate intervention?
A) Restrict visiting to very immediate family members to prevent fatigue. B) Contact the social worker to help place pets in the animal shelter. C) Call the patient by a nickname such as Grandma or Grandpa. D) Ask the patient about his life accomplishments and feelings of satisfaction.
When assessing a patient, the nurse notes that the patient is unable to lie flat to breathe. When the nurse assists the patient into a sitting position, the patient is able to breathe more easily
What should the nurse document that the patient is experiencing? a. Dyspnea b. Cyanosis c. Jaundice d. Orthopnea
A staff member asks a nurse manager why the hospital has an ethics committee. The nurse manager explains that a benefit of ethics committees is that they:
a. provide guidance that assists with difficult decisions. b. are interdisciplinary and provide a way to decide what is wrong and right. c. provide guidance that assists with decisions concerning ethical dilemmas. d. provide guidance that assists with decisions related to ethics and nursing practice.
Describe the patient education needed for managing dehydration in a pediatric patient.
What will be an ideal response?