The nurse on a med-surg unit is caring for several pts with acute cholecystitis. Which task is best to delegate to the UAP?
a. Obtain pt's VS
b. Determine if any foods are not tolerated
c. Assess what measures relieve the abdominal pain
d. Ask the pts to describe their daily activity or exercise routines
Answer: a. Obtain pt's VS
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1. 30-week-gestation infant who was in an Oxy-Hood for 12 hours and weighed 1800 grams. 2. 32-week-gestation infant who needed no oxygen and weighed 1850 grams. 3. 28-week-gestation infant who has been on long-term oxygen and weighed 1400 grams. 4. 28-week-gestation infant who was on short-term oxygen and weighed 1420 grams.
The hospice supports
A. individuals who are having surgical procedures. B. clients who have no financial resources. C. terminally ill individuals and their families. D. individuals who require psychiatric care.
Which statement best demonstrates acceptance of the adolescent's expression of painful feelings?
1. "After you share your feelings with others, you will feel better." 2. "You will feel better soon. Time will heal your wounds." 3. "It must be difficult feeling the way you do." 4. "Hearing these horrible stories makes me feel bad."
Which concerns about parenthood are often expressed by visually impaired mothers (Select all that apply)?
a. Infant safety b. Transportation c. The ability to care for the infant d. Missing out visually e. Needing extra time for parenting activities to accommodate the visual limitations