Hepatitis B vaccine is contraindicated in patients who:
1. Were born after less than 32 weeks gestation (give first dose at age 6 months)
2. Are pregnant
3. Are on hemodialysis
4. Are allergic to yeast
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A client asks the nurse a question about a prescribed treatment. The nurse responds, "It can be unpleasant, and you might experience considerable discomfort
" This situation represents an example of how to achieve which goal of therapeutic communication? a. developing trust c. providing information b. exploring feelings d. showing caring
An older client has been prescribed medications for the management of hypertension. The nurse addresses the client's need for information regarding the resulting affect on urinary function when sharing that:
a. "You may notice a need to urinate more frequently with your new medica-tions." b. "Chronic hypertension can result in chronic renal dysfunction." c. "It's best to limit your fluid intake after dinner to minimize being awakened by the need to urinate." d. "Hypertensive medications can make you more at risk for bladder infections."
The client is having radiation therapy for a choroidal melanoma. To decrease the possibility of complications of this therapy, the nurse teaches the client:
A. "Have your intraocular pressure measured every year starting at age 40." B. "Always wear dark glasses when going out in the sunlight." C. "See your ophthalmologist for a complete eye examination yearly." D. "Examine the sclera weekly for a bluish tinge."
Which nursing intervention is aimed at reducing muscle weakness in the client with myas-thenia gravis?
A. Therapeutic massage B. Assisting the client with ADLs C. Providing pressure-reducing devices D. Repositioning the client every 2 hours