When assisting a patient to get out of bed and ambulate,
A) have the patient sit on the side of the bed for a few minutes before rising.
B) place socks on the patient's feet for warmth.
C) instruct the patient to pull on your body for support.
D) follow the patient with a wheelchair.
A
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Glenn may refuse to accept an assignment if: A) He is being asked to care for too many difficult clients B) He believes his assignment is unsafe C) He is being asked to work overtime D) He believes there are not enough nurses to work with him
The nurse is providing care to a client who is diagnosed with a personality disorder. Which finding indicates the treatment plan has been beneficial for this client?
A) The client has ceased self-mutilating behavior and bathes once a week. B) The client eats sporadically and reports being told she has been bad and does not deserve to eat. C) The client asks others for money because the client's was stolen. D) The client sits with others in lounge area conversing about current affairs.
What abnormality of the testes does this teenager most likely have?
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During a health history, the nurse wants to include an assessment of depression with an older patient. What statements will the nurse use to make this assessment?
1. "How often do you go out to socialize with friends?" 2. "Explain your self-care activities." 3. "How much alcohol do you consume every day?" 4. "How is living with your oldest daughter and her family working out for you?" 5. "Are you feeling depressed?"