S.P. tells you his neighbor told him to keep his legs elevated higher than his heart and asks for compression stockings to keep swelling down in his legs
How should you respond?
• Elevating the legs and using compression stockings are common treatments for venous problems
in the lower extremities. S.P. does not have those problems; he has arterial problems, and wearing
compression stockings or socks with tight banding could further impair his circulation.
• His legs should be kept in a slightly dependent position to allow gravity to help with circulation.
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The nurse is explaining to a family member about the causes of the client's symptoms of schizophrenia. The family member is concerned that the family caused the disease in the client. The nurse should teach the family member that:
1. the family is probably the cause of the disease. 2. there are no causes for schizophrenia. 3. the client might be experiencing an alteration of neurotransmitters. 4. the client's neurotransmitter levels are probably normal.
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a. 25 mL/hr c. 75 mL/hr b. 50 mL/hr d. 100 mL/hr
The maternal-newborn nurse reviewing charts recognizes that negligence (malpractice) occurs when which action occurs? Note: Credit will be given only if all correct and no incorrect choices are selected. Select all that apply
1. There is no notification to the physician of change in condition. 2. There is a failure to give an ordered medication. 3. An infant is placed in the wrong crib. 4. There is compliance with medication administration principles. 5. There is compliance with the standards of care.