A nurse is working with a client who has a disfigured face and who is undergoing a series of reconstructive operations. The nurse has formulated the diagnosis: Disturbed Body Image related to perceived disfigurement as a primary problem
The least helpful intervention by the nurse would be to a. present reality in a kind and compassionate manner.
b. refer the client to a licensed aesthetician to help with makeup.
c. say "I know how you feel" while sitting with the client.
d. tell the client s/he has to look in a mirror to get used to the facial appearance.
C
This statement is a communication barrier. Better statements include "You seem depressed" and "You are angry." These statements provide openings for communication.
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a. "Pain medication will be given." b. "The scan will not hurt." c. "You will be able to move once the equipment is in place." d. "Unfortunately no one can remain in the room with you during the test."
A nurse is performing a sterile dressing change. If new sterile items or supplies are needed, how can they be added to the sterile field?
A) with sterile forceps or hands wearing sterile gloves B) by carefully handling them with clean hands C) with clean forceps that touch only the outermost part of the item D) by clean hands wearing clean latex gloves
You are assisting with urinary elimination needs. You do which of the following?
a. Open the person's door so that you can hear him. b. Decide what times you will take the per-son to the toilet for the day. c. Place the call light and toilet tissue within reach. d. Stay with the person in case the person needs you.
The Food and Drug Administration promotes and protects public health by helping safe and effective products to reach the market in a timely way. Which item is of highest priority to be proved safe before a product is put into a consumer market?
A) Complex medical devices B) X-ray machines C) Mammography equipment D) Microwave ovens