The nurse is assessing a client who reports seeing an acupuncturist on a weekly basis to treat back pain. The nurse understands that acupuncture is an example of what?
1. A risky practice without evidence of efficacy
2. A folk remedy
3. A complementary therapy
4. An alternative therapy
3
Explanation: 3. Acupuncture is a therapy that is used in conjunction with conventional medical treatment, and therefore is an example of a complementary therapy.
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When discussing the purpose of beginning methadone therapy for opioid addiction, which statement by the nurse is most appropriate?
A) "It is not addictive for heroin users." B) "It takes away the desire for narcotics." C) "There are no withdrawal symptoms." D) "Less time will be spent in drug-seeking behaviors."
An adolescent female has dysmenorrhea associated with heavy menstrual periods. The patient's provider has recommended ibuprofen (Motrin). When teaching this patient about this drug, the nurse will tell her that ibuprofen
a. may decrease the effectiveness of oral contraceptive pills. b. may increase bleeding during her period. c. should be taken on an empty stomach to increase absorption. d. will decrease the duration of her periods.
The nurse is teaching a prenatal education class about positions for sexual intercourse during later pregnancy. What position should the nurse teach as an appropriate position for intercourse during the third trimester?
A. Lithotomy B. Fowler's C. Supine D. Side-lying
Vital signs are immediately reported to the nurse at which of the following times?
a. Whenever they are taken b. If there is a change from a previous mea-surement c. Every time you take them d. Every other time you take them