Which topics does the nurse assess when conducting a spiritual assessment? Select all that apply
1) Behavior
2) Verbal communication
3) Relationships
4) Environment
5) Biographical data
ANS: 1, 2, 3, 4
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A. No further action is necessary as the LPN is experienced. B. Request that the LPN offer the client a narcotic analgesic that had been ordered for the postoperative period C. Place a call to the attending surgeon and report that the client is having pain D. Assess the client and analyze the preoperative and perioperative data before calling the surgeon
A local nursing program has contracted with an elementary school to conduct health teaching. As the school year closes, the nursing students plan to do one last health teaching program
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" How should the nurse manager interpret this statement? 1. This nurse is likely burned out and needs a few days off work. 2. The nurse should be transferred to a different unit. 3. Additional assessment of the meaning of this statement is necessary. 4. The nurse should be educated about use of lift equipment.
Exercise recommended for older adults should include activities that
A. Conserve energy B. Restrict flexibility C. Strengthen muscles D. Are anaerobic in nature