Which action should a nurse implement to diminish swelling of the residual limb in the postoperative period after an above-the-knee amputation?
a. Elevate the foot of the bed on blocks.
b. Elevate the residual limb on pillows.
c. Elevate the head of the bed 15 degrees.
d. Turn the patient on the affected side.
A
Elevating the foot of the bed on blocks will help diminish edema and will not cause hip contrac-ture deformity.
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He has now scheduled an appointment at the clinic and has told the nurse that he intends to stop taking the drug, stating, "I don't feel any less depressed than I did before I started taking these pills." How should the nurse best respond to the patient's statement? A) "I'll pass that information along to your care provider; a different drug might be more appropriate for you." B) "I'd encourage you to continue with the drug; it can take several weeks before it improves your mood." C) "People who take this drug often think they don't feel better because the changes in mood are incremental and subtle." D) "It could be that one of the other medications or supplements you're taking is negating the effects of Celexa."
A nurse is caring for a laboring woman from an unfamiliar culture who has limited English skills. Which nursing actions are important to provide nursing care to this patient? (Select all that apply.)
A. Allow artifacts that have religious or cultural significance to remain with the woman. B. Assess the woman's beliefs about childbirth, breastfeeding, and postpartum nutrition. C. Communicate with the woman and family using a professional interpreter. D. Identify community resources that are culturally appropriate and acceptable. E. Restrict visitors to one person who can then communicate with the other family members.
The nurse notes reddened areas behind both ears. What does the nurse ask the client?
a. "Do you wear eyeglasses?" b. "Do you have any allergies?" c. "Do you use dandruff shampoo?" d. "Have you been around anyone with lice?