A nurse is preparing to admit a new patient to the unit and is reviewing the patient record chronologically. In what phase of the interview process are the nurse and the patient?
A) Preinteraction
B) Beginning
C) Working
D) Ending
A
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Which response best reflects the nurse's belief that the client is able to find the solution to this concern? 1. "You don't need to make a decision about this right now." 2. "It is probably too much for you to handle right now." 3. "If you put your mind to it, you could finish the program." 4. "It sounds like you feel it is too much for you to finish now."
A 45-year-old woman has just undergone a radical hysterectomy for invasive cervical cancer
Prior to the surgery the physician explained to the patient that after the surgery a source of radiation would be placed near the tumor site to aid in reducing recurrence. What is the placement of the source of radiation called? A) Internal beam radiation B) Trachelectomy C) Brachytherapy D) External radiation
A client and the nurse providing care for the client are discussing the plan of care. The client has a strong objection to portions of the plan of care. The nurse recognizes that there is an interpersonal conflict and should:
1. Tell the client that the care was ordered by the physician. 2. Enlist the help of the family to convince the client. 3. Discuss the objections and offer solutions and alternatives. 4. Tell the physician that the client is noncompliant.
When reviewing the medical record of a client who is prescribed a cardiotonic, which condition would lead the nurse to contact the primary health care provider because the drug is contraindicated for use? Select all that apply
A) Digitalis toxicity B) Hypertension C) Cardiac tamponade D) Hypotension E) Ventricular tachycardia