The nurse is preparing a client for a palliative procedure. Which of the following is appropriate for the nurse to use to describe the purpose of the surgery?
1. This procedure will establish the diagnosis for further treatment.
2. This procedure will relieve pressure on the nerve causing the pain.
3. This procedure will restore function from the previous procedure.
4. This procedure will replace the malfunctioning nerve.
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Rationale: Diagnostic procedures confirm or establish a diagnosis, such as a biopsy of a mass in a breast.
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a. Atropine c. Lidocaine b. Epinephrine d. Sodium bicarbonate
Which patient would be most at risk for constipation?
a. Patient taking antibiotics for an upper respiratory infection b. Patient taking hormones for postmenopausal symptoms c. Patient iron supplements for anemia d. Patient taking nonsteroidal inhalants for chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD)
Which of the following best describes the ultimate goal of program planning?
a. Avoid unanticipated conflicts in the program development phase b. Provide adequate funding to meet the program's resource requirements c. Ensure that health care services are acceptable, equal, effective, and efficient d. Prevent unnecessary duplication of services
MC A priority skill for the nurse who works in the community in an official health agency is
A. Coordinating programs and services. B. Cultural competence and sensitivity skills. C. Setting priorities for developing evaluation criteria. D. Outcomes identification.