A resident complains of severe pain. The following measures are on the person's care plan. Which should you question?
a. Position the person in good alignment.
b. Keep bed linens tight and wrinkle-free.
c. Provide loud music for distraction.
d. Provide blankets for warmth.
C
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During a health education session, a participant has asked about the hepatitis E virus. What prevention measure should the nurse recommend for preventing infection with this virus?
A) Following proper hand-washing techniques B) Avoiding chemicals that are toxic to the liver C) Wearing a condom during sexual contact D) Limiting alcohol intake
Which of the following precautions or instructions should the nurse explain to the client who is scheduled to have resting electrocardiography?
A. "Do not eat or drink before the procedure." B. "You must lie as still as possible during the procedure." C. "You are likely to feel warmth or a hot flash as the dye enters the heart." D. "Increase your fluid intake to at least 3 L on the day of the test to prevent kidney complications."
A home care client was no longer eligible for insurance reimbursement of needed home care. What is the appropriate action for the nurse to take next?
a. Providing care until the client can be transferred to a different agency b. Explaining that care is not free and that the nurse will not be returning c. Consulting with the public health department so that the client will receive free services d. Referring the client to social services for assistance
A 28-year-old client who is pregnant with her first child reports increased dental caries (cavities) since becoming pregnant. How should the nurse explain the likely cause for this change?
1. "Each woman experiences changes that affect her teeth while she's pregnant." 2. "When a woman is pregnant, her teeth lose calcium and she is more susceptible to getting cavities." 3. "During pregnancy, tooth enamel softens and the woman is more susceptible to getting cavities." 4. "It may be necessary to pay extra attention to dental care while you're pregnant, especially if you're vomiting frequently."