A nurse is repositioning a client who has physical limitations due to recent back surgery. How often would the nurse turn the client in bed?
A) Every hour
B) Every two hours
C) Every four hours
D) Every shift
Ans: B
The nurse would turn the client in bed every two hours to avoid complications due to inactivity. The nurse would also include this activity in the client plan of care.
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A patient with trigeminal neuralgia is taking Tegretol (carbamazepine) to alleviate pain associated with this disorder. It is important to teach the patient that which of the following side effects may occur from taking this medication?
A) Skin discoloration B) Drowsiness C) Insomnia D) Tinnitus
Most organizations provide assistance to employees with problems that can affect their work performance. They provide assistance with issues ranging from financial issues to personal relationship issues
Which of the following best describes these programs? a. Faith-based initiatives b. Free confidential employee assistance programs (EAPs) c. Fee-for-service private counseling d. The nurse manager fills this role in most institutions.
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1. The parents may have been abusing this child. 2. The child is probably developmentally delayed secondary to multiple hospitalizations. 3. The child is reacting as a normal 2-year-old. 4. The child could be suffering from a clinical depression.