The pediatric nurse takes into consideration that the most stressful procedure for a preschooler would be:
a. Casting a broken arm
b. Circumcision
c. Suturing a laceration on the hand
d. Removing sutures from the face
B
Preschoolers fear mutilation during hospitalization, particularly invasive procedures that involve the genital area.
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When the nurse crawls into the vehicle, the client starts screaming "in coming, in coming" and is violently thrashing and attempting to kick the nurse. Which is the best interpretation by the nurse? A) The client is diagnosed with post-traumatic stress disorder. B) The accident has triggered a flashback. C) The client could benefit from psychic numbing. D) The abuse of alcohol caused the accident.
A patient with gout has been treated with allopurinol (Zyloprim) for 2 months. The nurse will monitor laboratory results for which therapeutic effect?
a. Decreased uric acid levels b. Decreased prothrombin time c. Decreased white blood cell count d. Increased hemoglobin and hematocrit levels
During a patient's therapy with interleukins, the nurse monitors the patient for capillary leak syndrome. Which assessment finding, if present, would indicate this problem?
a. Bradycardia b. A dry cough c. Bruising on the skin d. A sudden, 15-pound weight gain
What is the most effective way to assess the severity of Mr. Keller's pain?
A) Ask him what it feels like. B) Ask him what makes it feel better. C) Ask him to rate the pain on a scale of 0 to 10, with 10 being the worst. D) Ask him what makes it feel worse.