The client receiving biological response modifiers to stimulate the body's natural immune response. The nurse is aware that a serious complication related to this treatment is:
a. anaphylaxis c. metastasis
b. extravasation d. vesicle formation
A
Biological response modifiers are agents that stimulate the body's natural immune system to destroy cancer cells. A serious complication that needs to be monitored closely is an anaphylactic reaction.
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The rationale for documenting and planning the patient's care upon admission is to:
A) Provide continuity of care B) Create a teaching log for family C) Verify staffing D) Provide the patient with information about treatments
You add to your patient's empowerment when you: (Select all that apply.)
1. do everything for the patient without input from the patient. 2. believe in your patients. 3. act as a patient advocate. 4. perform all procedures without error. 5. act aloof.
A 10-year-old girl who has recently arrived from El Salvador, states in broken English, "I don't fit in, and I don't know what I am supposed to do at school." You recognize that she is most likely experiencing
a. cultural rejection. b. culture shock. c. cultural immersion. d. the effects of cultural bias from her family.
A nurse researcher is selecting a topic for an EBP project. Which type of topic would be most appropriate if the researcher is interested in developing an idea from a knowledge-focused trigger?
a. One identified through the benchmarking of data b. One identified through risk surveillance c. One identified through financial data d. One identified through staff reading research