The nursing assistant should avoid contaminating environmental surfaces when wearing used gloves
Indicate whether the statement is true or false
True
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The nurse is caring for a postoperative client who has undergone a gastric resection. The client is complaining of dizziness and tingling of the fingers. The client is currently NPO, with an NG tube to low intermittent suction
Which of the following is an appropriate nursing action for this client? 1. Change suction to high intermittent. 2. Administer sedatives. 3. Irrigate the NG tube with tap water. 4. Discontinue NG suctioning.
After a nurse addresses an agitated client by setting limits in a calm, direct manner, the client begins pacing, exhibiting a clenched jaw and fists. The nurse would evaluate the approach as ineffective because:
1. The nurse lacks rapport with the client. 2. The nurse lacks adequate de-escalation and limit setting skills. 3. Some clients have limited control, so verbal interventions may not work, but this is not reflective of the nurse's skill. 4. In some cases verbal de-escalation and limit setting will not work and the nurse should start with a more restrictive measure.
Which of the following U.S. agencies is responsible for overseeing the actions of protecting against, responding to, recovering from, and preventing the effects of disaster?
a. American Red Cross (ARC) b. The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) c. Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) d. The National Incident Management System (NIMS)
The nurse is reviewing the family structure for a client with school-age children. The client asks the nurse about ways to promote the children's self-esteem and independence
What teaching strategy is most important for the nurse to review with the client? A) Spend quantity time with children, including playtime and instruction. B) Allow for flexible getting up and bedtime rituals. C) Communicate with children using eye contact and listening attentively to the questions and responses. D) Do not offer constructive criticism.