The wife of an elderly man has recently died. The couple was married for 32 years. What part of the man's self-concept may be influenced by this loss?
A) ideal self B) global self C) body image D) false self
B
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A client is taking gingko to improve her memory. In the teaching plan regarding this herb, the nurse should include which of the following?
A) It may raise blood pressure. B) Avoid this herb if allergic to plants. C) There is a possible sensitivity to light. D) Use caution if taking aspirin.
The admitting department alerts the nurse in a medical–surgical unit that a patient with active tuberculosis (TB) is being admitted to the unit. Which type of precautions should be the priority based upon the patient's diagnosis?
1. Airborne 2. Standard 3. Droplet 4. Contact
Mr. Hall is very large. He is also weak and disoriented. You are assigned to transfer him to the chair. You should
A. ask another assistant to help you. B. use the mechanical lift by yourself. C. tell the patient he must stay in bed. D. quickly lift the patient under the arms.
The nurse is caring for a patient who is 24 hours postpacemaker insertion. Which of the following nursing interventions is most appropriate at this time?
A. Reinforcing the pressure dressing as needed B. Encouraging range-of-motion exercises of the involved arm C. Assessing the incision for any redness, swelling, or discharge D. Applying wet-to-dry dressings every 4 hours to the insertion site