The nurse uses a variety of methods to collect data, including: Standard Text: Select all that apply
1. Smelling
2. Hearing
3. Planned communication
4. Intuition
5. Palpitation
1,2,3
Rationale 1: The nurse uses observation, which includes smelling, seeing, and hearing.
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a. the fastest pacemaker cell in the heart. b. the only pacemaker cell in the heart. c. the only cell that does not affect the cardiac cycle. d. located in the left side of the heart.
Which nursing intervention specifically helps reduce a patient's anxiety?
1) Teaching the importance of adequate nutrition and hydration 2) Giving clear fact pertaining to the patient's circumstances 3) Promoting small group activities to improve self-esteem 4) Monitoring the patient for the risk of suicide
A client is to be discharged home on oxygen therapy. What information does the nurse teach the client?
a. "Carry the H cylinder tank on short trips." b. "Only use the E tank when stationary." c. "The D or C cylinder can be carried." d. "Roll the tank gently when transporting."
The nurse, caring for a patient recovering from an acute myocardial infarction, is planning interventions to reduce the risk of which type of shock?
1. Cardiogenic 2. Hypovolemic 3. Distributive 4. Obstructive