The first action(s) taken to help a person who is in crisis is called "first aid."
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When teaching a client about guaifenesin use, the nurse should instruct the client to:
a. increase intake of iron. c. decrease intake of protein. b. increase intake of salt. d. increase intake of fluids.
On the second day postpartum, the client who is bottlefeeding experiences engorgement. Which should the nurse encourage to enhance the client's comfort?
1. Removing her bra 2. Applying heat to her breasts 3. Applying ice packs to her breasts 4. Limiting breastfeeding to twice daily
Which of the following are sodium chloride and dextrose solutions indicated?
A. alkalizers B. urinary antiseptics C. diuretics D. replacement fluids
A client says to the nurse at the mental health clinic, "My husband and sister-in-law both have terminal illnesses, and my family thinks that because I'm a nurse I should be able to handle everything." Which nursing response would be therapeutic?
A. "Are you saying you are overly involved and will need to emotionally distance yourself to be therapeutic for your family?" B. "Shame on them for expecting so much from you. Perhaps we need to schedule a family meeting so I can help you set them straight." C. "I'm sorry to hear that your loved ones are so ill. As a nurse, you should be able to assist them by using your professional expertise. Perhaps that's what your family expects from you." D. "You've seen your loved ones dealing with some troubling events recently. Sounds as if you feel that your family expects more from you than from others in the family because you're a nurse."