The nurse is caring for a client who was diagnosed with schizoaffective disorder. Based on what the nurse knows about this diagnosis, which of the following interventions would the nurse determine has top priority?
A) Suicide
B) Aggression
C) Substance abuse
D) Eating disorder
A
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The nurse is caring for a patient on the medical–surgical unit postoperative day 5. During each patient assessment, the nurse evaluates the patient for infection. Which of the following would be most indicative of infection?
A) Presence of an indwelling urinary catheter B) Rectal temperature of 99.5ºF (37.5ºC) C) Red, warm, tender incision D) White blood cell (WBC) count of 8,000/mL
The nurse is facilitating a health promotion class at a senior center. Which statement made by a participant should be corrected by the nurse?
A) "My wife and I both get our flu shots each fall.". B) "I'm vigilant about staying away from anyone who has a cold or flu.". C) "I use a puffer regularly to prevent any problems with my breathing in the future.". D) "I've found that doing deep breathing exercises helps relax me and expand my lungs.".
The school nurse, on discovering any outbreaks of head lice, scabies, and pinforms, will teach the children to avoid:
a. sitting next to infected children b. wearing head scarves or any head covering c. keeping their coats and hats on their desks and to instead hang them on the coat rack d. sharing and swapping clothing, as well as avoiding sharing personal items
Which is the most potent naturally occurring glucocorticoid?
a. Aldosterone b. Testosterone c. Cortisol d. Prolactin