Identify a statement made by a client that has a nocebo effect
a. "My father died at age 55, so I will also."
b. "The food on this tray is nutrition to help me heal."
c. "I'll take my medication because it will help my lungs."
d. "I should be able to walk by the end of the week."
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a. after connecting the cable to the machine. b. when the machine is plugged in. c. while the pads are applied. d. while the machine analyzes the rhythm.
The nurse admits a client with insulin-dependent diabetes mellitus. When documenting, which of the statements by the nurse is an outcome standard?
1. "The client will maintain a HbA1C of <6.5%." 2. "Limit carbohydrates to 30 g for meals and 15 g for snacks." 3. "Check glucose levels before administering ordered insulin." 4. "Monitor glucose levels more frequently during illness."
The nurse notes movement on one side of the chest while palpating respiratory expansion. Which conditions should the nurse suspect is associated with this assessment finding? Select all that apply.
A. Atelectasis. B. Congestive heart failure. C. Chronic bronchitis. D. Lobar pneumonia. E. Pleural effusion.
Why is it possible for potassium to diffuse easily into and out of cells?
a. Potassium has a greater concentration in the intracellular fluid (ICF). b. Sodium has a greater concentration in the extracellular fluid (ECF). c. The resting plasma membrane is more permeable to potassium. d. An excess of anions are inside the cell.