The nurse is teaching a group of young adults about prevention of sexually transmitted infections (STIs). Which of the following instructions would not be included during teaching?
1. Abstinence is the only way to completely prevent STIs.
2. Condoms provide some protection against STIs.
3. Make sure you and your partner finish the entire treatment regimen.
4. Once one STI is diagnosed, you are less likely to have an infection with another STI.
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Once one STI is diagnosed, an individual is more likely to have an infection with another STI. The person should be tested for all STIs. The other choices would be appropriate for the nurse to instruct regarding STIs.
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The nurse spends time with friends, talking about situations and events that have occurred. What is the primary benefit that the nurse will gain from sharing personal life stories?
A) Increased ability to meet patients' psychosocial needs B) Realization that others have experienced similar life difficulties C) Awareness that others can be helped after tending to self-care needs first D) Realization that changes need to be made to promote a healthful lifestyle
A patient who has an indwelling catheter is being cared for in the home following a cerebrovascular accident. The nurse should instruct the patient and family on catheter care to prevent the development of:
A) Urosepsis B) Pulmonary edema C) Meningitis D) Cellulitis
Which pain interventions should the nurse include in the plan of care for a pediatric client who suffered a full-thickness burn injury? Select all that apply
1. Using an age-appropriate assessment scale 2. Covering the affected skin as much as possible 3. Providing analgesics prior to wound care 4. Keeping the skin as clean and dry as possible 5. Clipping hair around the wound
A postpartum woman who developed deep vein thrombosis is being discharged on anticoagulant therapy. After teaching the woman about this treatment, the nurse determines that additional teaching is needed when the woman states which of the following?
A) "I will use a soft toothbrush to brush my teeth.". B) "I can take ibuprofen if I have any pain.". C) "I need to avoid drinking any alcohol.". D) "I will call my health care provider if my stools are black and tarry.".