The nursing assistant notices that the patient is stooped over with his hands on his abdomen. His face appears pale and he is grimacing. This is an example of which type of communication?
A. Verbal
B. Gestures
C. Nonverbal
D. Sign language
Answer: C
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The nurse knows that a measure for preventing late postpartum hemorrhage is to
a. Administer broad-spectrum antibiotics. b. Inspect the placenta after delivery. c. Manually remove the placenta. d. Pull on the umbilical cord to hasten the delivery of the placenta.
The nurse is caring for a 12-year-old child who is on fall precautions secondary to seizures. What interventions should be included in the child's care plan? (Select all that apply.)
a. Place a call light and desired items within reach. b. Keep the bed in the highest position with the two side rails up. c. Turn off the lights and television at night. d. Keep personal belongings and clutter contained in one area of the floor. e. Have the child wear an appropriate-size gown and nonskid footwear.
Which of the following actions is a dependent nursing action for most nurses?
a. assisting a client with ambulation c. positioning the client b. discharge planning d. starting an IV line
BSA is used to provide accurate dosage calculations specific to the patient's size and severity of
illness. Indicate whether the statement is true or false