The nurse clarifies that the condition that results in the heart's inability to maintain adequate cardiac output is called __________
Fill in the blank(s) with correct word
Congestive heart failure
Congestive heart failure is a collection of symptoms caused by a defective heart, which results in the heart's inability to maintain adequate cardiac output.
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During the assessment of an 18-month-old infant, the mother expresses concern to the nurse about the infant's inability to toilet train. What would be the nurse's best response?
a. "Some children are just more difficult to train, so I wouldn't worry about it yet." b. "Have you considered reading any of the books on toilet training? They can be very helpful." c. "This could mean that there is a problem in your baby's development. We'll watch her closely for the next few months." d. "The nerves that will allow your baby to have control over the passing of stools are not developed until at least 18 to 24 months of age."
The nurse caring for a client who has been diagnosed as having generalized anxiety disorder tells a
preceptor "I find myself feeling uncomfortable and anxious around the client. When he starts trembling and perspiring and pacing, I find myself with cold, clammy hands and my pulse races. I start worrying whether I will be able to help him stay in control.". In such an interaction the client will most likely experience a. fatigue. b. claustrophobia. c. increased anxiety. d. improved self-esteem.
A client is experiencing anxiety related to hospitalization. When assessing this client, the nurse anticipates which assessment finding?
a. Increased socialization b. Improved sleep c. Greater recall ability d. Disengagement from the stressor
What must a nurse do before altering the arrangement of furniture in the home to facilitate care?
A) Nothing; the nurse may move the furniture if needed. B) Document the need to move the furniture. C) Tell the client that the furniture has to be moved. D) Ask the client's permission to move the furniture.