The nurse caring for a client with low hemoglobin secondary to iron deficiency anticipates the client will report which of the following?
1. Fatigue
2. Confusion
3. Lack of appetite
4. Diarrhea
1
Rationale: Clients with iron-deficiency anemia often report fatigue as the result of inadequate levels of hemoglobin needed to transport oxygen to the tissues. The other symptoms are not associated with iron-deficiency anemia.
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The nurse documents that the angle of the patient's nail is over 180 degrees. This is called
A) clubbing. B) koilonychias. C) onychomycosis. D) hypertrophy.
Therapeutic use of self involves
a. forming a relationship based on the nurse's knowledge, attitudes, and skills to communicate effectively. b. providing a safe environment based on the use of environmental manipulation and verbal limit setting. c. evaluation of nurse-patient interactions and the creation of social alliances. d. determining whether it is necessary to listen to the patient and provide feedback.
What must an older adult develop in order to achieve Erikson's task of integrity versus despair? (Select all that apply.)
a. A positive attitude toward aging b. Positive self-esteem c. A manageable degree of illness d. A ready support system e. Control of all life choices
A nurse is being sued for malpractice. Which of the following specific elements must be present for the nurse to lose the case? (Select all that apply)
_________Foreseeability _________Negligence _________Damages _________Injury _________Malpractice ________ Causation ________ Breach of duty ________ Duty