A client tells the nurse, "I am a queen. I'm mean, and I gleam." The nurse recognizes this as an example of which speech pattern?
A. Echolalia
B. Tangential speech
C. Clang associations
D. Loosened associations
Ans: C. Clang associations
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A. Immediate endotracheal intubation B. Broad spectrum intravenous antibiotics C. Thoracentesis to rule out empyema D. Gram stain and culture of sputum
A home health nurse states to her client, "I am very proud of you. You gave your first insulin injection without a problem. You have done wonderfully and are learning fast." What technique is the nurse using to compliment the client's progress?
A) Reinforcement B) Motivation C) Health promotion D) Positive feedback
You have begun the infusion of a patient's first dose of docetaxel (Taxotere) that has been ordered for the treatment of breast cancer
The patient's vital signs and level of consciousness were within normal limits prior to administration but shortly after beginning the infusion, the patient has complained of sudden anxiety and shortness of breath. As well, the patient's face has become visibly flushed. What actions should you perform next? A) Attempt to calm the patient and then document the event. B) Stop the infusion and protect the patient's airway. C) Slow the infusion rate and reposition the patient in a supine position. D) Administer a dose of diphenhydramine and assess her orientation.
A client has had a kidney transplant performed for end-stage kidney disease. What type of immune response that T-cell lymphocytes perform is related to this type of surgery?
A) Activation of the complement system B) Stimulation of colony-stimulating factors C) A cell-mediated response D) Naturally acquired active immunity