The nurse is providing information to a group of nursing staff members about caring for suicidal clients. What should the nurse tell the group?
A. Discussing suicide with a client is not harmful
B. Those clients who talk about suicide never actually try it
C. Depressed clients are the only people who commit suicide
D. When a person makes suicide threats, the only thing the person wants is attention
Ans: A. Discussing suicide with a client is not harmful
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A) "You might notice that your urine is lightly blood-tinged for the next day or two, but this is normal and will pass." B) "It's very important that you avoid grapefruit juice when you're taking this antibiotic." C) "If you can, try to take your pill on an empty stomach." D) "Try to limit your fluid intake to one quart a day to maximize the effectiveness of your antibiotic."
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a. allow career advancement for nurses who choose to remain at the bedside. b. encourage nurses to move into management positions in which they can influence patient care on a broader scale. c. encourage RNs to become politically active and guide the profession of nursing. d. provide training to staff nurses so they can move seamlessly across departments.
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a. aspirin. b. Tylenol. c. cool baths. d. nothing at all.
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