You are writing a teaching plan for a patient diagnosed with heart failure. What would be an important aspect to include in the teaching plan?
A) Self-care
B) Foot care
C) Dressing changes
D) Nutrition
Ans: A
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a. Assume that cultural processes are the same within a social group. b. Conduct a systematic cultural assessment. c. Communicate effectively. d. Negotiate world view differences.
A 74-year-old patient was admitted to the hospital with diabetic ketoacidosis. How will the hospital be reimbursed by Medicare?
a. Based upon the diagnostic-related group b. Based upon the cost of care c. Based upon the actual length of stay d. Based upon the number of medications
The nurse teaches families about recognizing signs of dating violence in their teenage children. Which participant statement indicates that teaching about safe sexual practices has been effective?
A) "Our son has a new girlfriend." B) "Our daughter has come home with the odor of alcohol on her breath." C) "We taught our children about dating violence when they were 6 years old." D) "We noticed our daughter seems very happy lately."
A client has just been admitted after taking an overdose of aspirin. The nurse prepares to assist with which initial treatment?
1. Gastric lavage 2. Administration of medication to acidify the urine 3. Retroperitoneal dialysis 4. Hemodialysis