If a standing patient starts to fall to the floor, try to hold the patient up while calling out for help.
Answer the following statement true (T) or false (F)
False
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A patient with a diagnosis of acute myeloid leukemia (AML) is being treated with induction therapy on the oncology unit. What nursing action should be prioritized in the patient's care plan?
A) Protective isolation and vigilant use of standard precautions B) Provision of a high-calorie, low-texture diet and appropriate oral hygiene C) Including the family in planning the patient's activities of daily living D) Monitoring and treating the patient's pain
Which of the following practices are included in the CDS Five Rights? (Select all that apply.)
a. Providing the right information b. Providing to the right person c. Providing at the right point in work flow d. Providing the right reference information
The telephone triage nurse at a pediatric clinic knows each call is important. Which call would require extra attentiveness from the registered nurse because of an increased risk of mortality?
1. A 3-week-old infant born at 35 weeks gestation with gastroenteritis 2. A term 2-week-old infant of American Indian descent with an upper respiratory infection 3. A post term 4-week-old infant non-Hispanic black descent with moderate emesis after feeding 4. A 1-week-old infant born at 40 weeks gestation with symptoms of colic
A nurse is assessing the risk of intimate partner violence (IPV) for patients. Which population should the nurse focus on most for IVP?
a. White males b. Pregnant females c. Middle-aged adults d. Nonsubstance abusers