In the care of a client diagnosed with cutaneous T-cell lymphoma, the nurse's priority focus would be
a. control of pruritus.
b. pain management.
c. prevention of metastasis.
d. removal of the tumors.
A
Control of pruritus is essential at all stages of lymphoma and is accomplished by rehydration of the skin, various dry skin therapies, topical corticosteroids, and PUVA therapy.
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1. The manager is questioning his or her leadership style and its effectiveness. 2. The manager is required to ask for input on his or her personal job evaluation. 3. The manager is attempting to show concern about unit conditions. 4. The manger is inquiring about other leadership styles the nurse has encountered.
Several nurses are discussing whether or not there is a single universally accepted hypothesis that provides an explanation about the pathophysiology and etiology of depression. Which statement by the nurse is accurate?
1. "Cerebral structure is responsible for depression." 2. "We know that heredity is the single cause of depression." 3. "Because all patients respond the same to SSRIs, we have a thorough understanding of the neurochemistry of depression." 4. "There is no unified hypothesis regarding pathophysiology and etiology of depression, in part because patients demonstrate individualized responses to treatments."
When teaching a client about propranolol hydrochloride, the nurse should base the information on the knowledge that propranolol hydrochloride:
a. Blocks beta-adrenergic stimulation and thus causes decreased heart rate, myocardial contractility, and conduction. b. Increases norepinephrine secretion and thus decreases blood pressure and heart rate. c. Is a potent arterial and venous vasodilator that reduces peripheral vascular resistance and lowers blood pressure. d. Is an angiotensin-converting enzyme inhibitor that reduces blood pressure by blocking the conversion of angiotensin I to angiotensin II.
The Joint Commission Standard states that the __________, __________, and __________ are accurately identified and clearly communicated during the final verification process before the start of any surgical or invasive procedure
Fill in the blank with the appropriate word.