When writing an actual nursing diagnosis, the "related to" part links the first two parts of the diagnosis. Complete the following nursing diagnosis appropriately. Dehydration related to:
a. lack of fluid intake.
b. excessive food intake.
c. lack of exercise.
d. bed rest.
A
The label of an actual nursing diagnosis is connected to the assessed cause by "related to."
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a. Knows the personnel and addresses them by name b. Intervenes when she receives complaints c. Has a consistent style that never varies d. Is visible on the nursing unit by all shifts on a frequent basis e. Evaluates a number of aspects of problems prior to making decisions f. Uses decision by consensus to resolve conflicts g. Fosters collaboration
The student nurse is preparing to provide care for several newborns and their families. The experienced nurse is present to ensure appropriate care is provided
Which of the following statements by the student nurse indicates that further education is required? 1. "The newborn's parents recently moved here from Mexico, so we need to ensure that the baby is tested for sickle cell anemia.". 2. "When dealing with the Chinese parents, it is important to remember that they may not make a lot of direct eye contact when I'm talking with them.". 3. "When dealing with the parents from Mexico, I must make sure that I do not touch the baby when I compliment him.". 4. "The baby's parents were raised on the Indian reservation. We should make sure the baby is tested for hypothyroidism.".
A 10-year-old in renal failure is on continuous ambulatory peritoneal dialysis (CAPD). Which of the following would be important to teach his parents?
A) Dialysis solution must be infused over a period of 30 minutes. B) Slight bleeding from the exchange catheter is to be expected. C) The return solution will be cloudy because of urea in it. D) Cramping should not occur with an infusion.
The nurse is teaching a patient who has been prescribed azithromycin (Zithromax). Which statement made by the patient indicates that additional teaching is needed?
a. "To avoid nausea, I will take my medicine along with food." b. "I will use another form of birth control along with my oral contraceptives." c. "Since I only have to take this drug once a day, it will be easy to remember." d. "To help get rid of the infection, I will spend 30 minutes each day out in the sun."