Pneumonia is an infection of the lungs
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Touch, to a great degree, is culturally determined. When providing care for a patient who belongs to a Hispanic culture, which of the following may be considered inappropriate in a health care setting?
A) Grandmothers helping in the care of pediatric patients. B) Patients asking questions of health care providers. C) Health care information being given to a female member of the family. D) Males participating in health care activities.
The family of a 35-year-old alcoholic who refuses to seek treatment reaches out to the community health center for assistance. Which organization should the nurse refer them to for counseling?
a. Al-Anon b. Alcoholics Anonymous c. Families Anonymous d. Narcotics Anonymous
A patient preparing for surgery has moderate anxiety and is unable to understand preoperative information. Which nursing intervention is most appropriate?
a. Reassure the patient that all nurses are skilled in providing postoperative care. b. Present the information again in a calm manner using simple language. c. Tell the patient that staff is prepared to promote recovery. d. Encourage the patient to express feelings to family.
When administering a gavage feeding to a school-age child, the nurse should:
a. lubricate the tip of the feeding tube with Vaseline to facilitate passage. b. check the placement of the tube by inserting 20 ml of sterile water. c. administer feedings over 5 to 10 minutes. d. position on right side after administering feeding.