A client with paranoid schizophrenia is admitted to a psychiatric unit. A nurse introduces herself to the client and begins the admission assessment
Which phase of the nurse–client relationship begins when the individuals first meet and is characterized by an agreement to continue meeting and assessing needs?
A) Pre-interaction
B) Orientation
C) Working
D) Termination
B
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1. Dry skin 2. Weight loss 3. Vomiting 4. Bradycardia 5. Periorbital swelling
A student in the nursing program has made various statements relating to his life situation. Which statements indicate the potential for success? (Select all that apply.)
a. "I have to hold a full-time job while enrolled in the nursing program." b. "I'm an excellent manager of my time." c. "My spouse is away so much that I don't have enough help with the children." d. "I'm really looking forward to working as a nurse. It has been my goal for years."
A primigravida is admitted to the labor unit with contractions every seven to eight minutes. She is 3 cm dilated, 70% effaced, and at 0 station
She is very anxious, is having difficulty coping with contractions, and states that she did not attend prenatal classes. Which of the following would be the most effective nursing intervention? A. Instruct the client in abdominal breathing and progressive relaxation. B. Instruct the client in patterned paced breathing and touch relaxation. C. Instruct the client in pelvic tilt and pelvic rock exercises. D. Call the physician and request a sedative.
The temperature of the water in the whirlpool tub is regulated to a constant 105°F.
Answer the following statement true (T) or false (F)