A patient newly diagnosed with diabetes asks, "How does insulin normally work in my body?" Which response by the nurse is correct?
A. "It stimulates the pancreas to reabsorb glucose."
B. "It promotes synthesis of amino acids into glucose."
C. "It stimulates the liver to convert glycogen to glucose."
D. "It promotes the passage of glucose into cells for energy."
Answer: D. "It promotes the passage of glucose into cells for energy."
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A new nurse mentions to a peer "My newest client has schizophrenia. At least I will not have to
worry about him being suicidal.". The most helpful response by the peer would be a. "Suicide risk is high in schizophrenic clients, especially early in the course of the illness.". b. "Command hallucinations often prompt suicide among clients with schizophrenia.". c. "Suicide is a risk for any client with schizophrenia who uses alcohol or drugs.". d. "You are correct in saying that schizophrenia does not increase risk for suicide.".
What action would best benefit the patient diagnosed with bursitis of the shoulder?
a. Lifting a 5-lb weight as a daily exercise b. Walking the fingers of the affected arm up the wall c. Splinting the affected arm to keep the shoulder immobile d. Performing gentle push-ups on the floor
The nurse is documenting a variance that has occurred during the shift. This report will be used for quality improvement to identify high-risk patterns and, potentially, to initiate in-service programs. This is an example of which type of report?
a. Incident report b. Nurse's shift report c. Transfer report d. Telemedicine report
The nurse is planning care for a patient who had an above-the-knee amputation 2 days ago. Which position should the nurse include in this patient's plan of care?
1. Sims' position as tolerated 2. Flat in bed 3. High Fowler's position with the stump elevated 4. Sitting in a chair while awake