An example of physical abuse is
A. making threats.
B. withholding food or water.
C. swearing at the patient.
D. caring for private parts of the body.
Answer: B
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The 55-year-old-daughter of a client with late-stage Alzheimer's disease mentions to the nurse that
she is concerned that she, too, will have dementia develop. The response that provides accurate information is a. "Put aside your worries and make the most of the years you have. You will be symptom free for at least another 20 years.". b. "Statistics show that relatives of people with Alzheimer's disease are predisposed to the disease, but the risk is not universal.". c. "You might wish to have genetic testing, because the APOE gene analysis can predict development of late-onset symptoms.". d. "Talk with your doctor. Evidence is conclusive that people who take statin drugs and nonsteroidal antiinflammatory drugs can significantly lower their risk."
Family assessment can be challenging and each nurse may obtain additional information regarding family structure and dynamics. What is the best way to share this information from shift to shift?
a. Create an informal family information sheet that is kept on the bedside clipboard. That way, everyone can review it quickly when needed. b. Develop a standardized reporting form for family information that is incorporated into the patient's medical record and updated as needed. c. Require that the charge nurse have a detailed list of information about each patient and family member. Thus, someone on the unit is always knowledgeable about potential issues. d. Try to remember to discuss family structure and dynamics as part of the change-of-shift report.
Which is the third stage of sexual arousal?
a. Desire b. Excitement c. Plateau d. Orgasm
A client has been feeling increasingly overwhelmed by work and school responsibilities. This evening, his wife found him in the garage assembling a noose. When she questioned him, he began to cry
She immediately brought him to the emergency department. To assess suicide potential, which nursing question is inappropriate? A) "Have you thought about harming yourself?" B) "Why do you want to harm yourself?" C) "How have you planned to harm yourself?" D) "Do you have the means with which to carry out the plan?"