Which of the following assessment findings would support the nursing diagnosis of acute pain? Select all that apply
A) Patient had an abdominal hysterectomy 1 day ago.
B) Patient is crying in pain about 20 minutes before her pain medicine is due.
C) Patient has a history of osteoarthritis.
D) Patient had back surgery 2 years ago and expresses the need for ibuprofen on most days.
E) Patient is a heavy cigarette smoker.
Ans: A, B
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Which of the following activities are involved when delegating tasks to other members of the nursing team? Select all that apply
a. Supervising patient care that is given b. Determining the skill mix of unit personnel c. Assessing the needs of the clients involved d. Deciding which tasks to assign to a team member
A patient, diagnosed with cancer of the lung, has just been told he has metastases to the brain. What change in health status would the nurse attribute to the patient's metastatic brain disease?
A) Chronic pain B) Respiratory distress C) Fixed pupils D) Personality changes
A patient's serum lithium level is 1.8 mEq/L. Select the nurse's priority action
a. Restrict fluid intake. b. Assess for signs of toxicity. c. Encourage intake of high-potassium foods. d. Ensure that the patient is swallowing the capsules.
The nurse is preparing a teaching plan for a group of community teenagers about acne. Which information should be included in this teaching plan? Note: Credit will be given only if all correct choices and no incorrect choices are selected
Select all that apply. 1. Avoid wearing makeup to reduce acne outbreak. 2. Keep hair clean with frequent shampoos. 3. Avoid eating chocolate. 4. Wearing a cap or hat may increase acne on the forehead. 5. Open pimples when they develop.