A client has been admitted to an inpatient mental health unit following a suicide attempt. Which of the following would be considered a priority nursing diagnosis for this client?
A) Ineffective individual coping related to life events
B) Self-injury related to a suicide attempt
C) Altered nutrition, less than body requirements, related to depression
D) Body image disturbance related to scar on wrist
B
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A client has been prescribed an antibiotic to treat a bacterial skin infection. What should the nurse inform the client is most important to do when taking the medication?
A) The antibiotic should only be taken until the symptoms disappear and the rest of the medication can be saved for the next infection. B) Be sure to complete the prescription even if the infection appears to resolve. C) If another member of the family develops the infection, the medication may be shared. D) Stop taking the medication immediately if a fever develops.
What test should be performed to confirm tube placement of a nasoenteric feeding tube before the start of feedings?
A. An x-ray study B. Auscultation of the abdomen C. Assessment of stomach content pH D. Assessment of residual stomach contents
The nurse notes that a client has a goal of serum sodium within normal limits. The nurse reviews the chart expecting to note:
1. The client experiences joint pain. 2. The client is experiencing edema. 3. The client is constipated. 4. The client is experiencing wheezing respirations.