A licensed practical nurse (LPN) learns that a client intends to leave the facility without
the physician's permission. Which should the nurse do first?
A) Report the client's intentions to the team leader
B) Ask the client to return when needed
C) Perform discharge documentation for the client
D) Ask the client to sign a dated release form
A
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1. "Why do you assume responsibility for his behaviors?" 2. "I think you should start to confront his behavior." 3. "Your husband needs to deal with the consequences of his drinking." 4. "Do you understand what the term enabler means?"
The nurse determines a client's treatment for hypoparathyroidism has been effective for correction of electrolyte imbalances when laboratory values indicate the:
A) calcium level has increased from 8.2 mg/dL to 8.9 mg/dL. B) calcium level has decreased from 8.6 mg/dL to 8.0 mg/dL. C) phosphate levels are 3.0 mg/dL. D) alkaline phosphate is within normal limits.
A patient who has recently loss his spouse states, "I just can't cry." What should the nurse realize this patient is at risk for developing?
1. psychological issues 2. depression 3. overemotionality 4. somatic symptoms
A patient is being dismissed from the emergency department with an arm cast. What statement by the patient indicates more teaching is needed?
a. "I will keep the cast clean and dry." b. "I will wiggle my thumb and fingers of-ten." c. "I will elevate my arm on two pillows." d. "I can use a hanger to scratch under the cast."