During a shift report, the nurse learns that she will be providing care for a client who's vulnerable to panic attack. Treatment for panic attacks includes behavioral therapy, supportive psychotherapy, and medication such as:
A. barbiturates.
B. antianxiety drugs.
C. depressants.
D. amphetamines.
Answer: B. antianxiety drugs.
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Patients have expectations regarding the health care services they receive. To protect these expectations, which of the following has become law?
a. American Hospital Association's Patient's Bill of Rights b. Self-determination act c. American Hospital Association's Standards of Care d. The Joint Commission's rights and responsibilities of patients
Which of the following responses by an older-adult client is most reflective of a need for further education by the nurse regarding the physiological changes associated with the older adult?
1. "I call a cab if I want to go out after dark." 2. "I can't help worrying about becoming forgetful." 3. "I have my eyes checked regularly. Can't afford to fall." 4. "I really enjoy eating good vanilla ice cream, but I have cut way down."
A calorie count is done to
A) determine if the patient needs to lose weight. B) calculate the protein, carbohydrates, fat, and calories the patient consumes. C) evaluate the patient's fluid intake to evaluate hydration. D) ensure that staff are accurately recording the percentage of each meal consumed.
The 79-year-old patient with bacterial pneumonia becomes increasingly restless, confused, and agitated. The patient's temperature is 100° F, and his pulse, blood pressure, and respirations are elevated since the last assessment 6 hours ago
What action should the nurse take first? a. Auscultate the patient's lungs. b. Assess the patient's oxygen saturation. c. Administer the mild sedative as ordered. d. Administer an ordered analgesic for dis-comfort.