A symptom of itching and an uncomfortable sensation leading to an urge to scratch is known as _____________
ANS:
pruritus
Pruritus is a symptom of itching and an uncomfortable sensation leading to an urge to scratch.
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The statement "Everything will be fine," made by a nurse to parents of an infant being prepared for surgery will most likely
a. decrease the parents' anxiety. b. reassure the parents. c. communicate the nurse's understanding and concern. d. relieve the nurse's anxiety.
A student studying informatics in nursing understands which of the following terms? (Select all that apply.)
a. An information-literate person can find, retrieve, analyze, and use information. b. Health informatics is the study of systems and information technology. c. Information literacy incorporates informatics and information management processes. d. Information management consists of collecting, processing, and communicating data. e. The focus of health information is on the management of the systems used.
A patient is newly diagnosed with diabetes insipidus. Which medications should the nurse anticipate being prescribed for long-term patient management?
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