A patient has an ejection fraction of less than 30%. The nurse prepares to provide patient education about which potential treatment?
a. Automatic implantable cardio-defibrillator
b. Heart transplant
c. Mechanical implanted pump
d. Ventricular reconstructive procedures
Answer: c. Mechanical implanted pump
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The nurse writes two nursing diagnoses: (1) inadequate nutritional intake related to vomiting as manifested by a 3-lb weight loss and (2) risk for impaired skin integrity related to inadequate nutrition
What is the major difference between these diagnoses? a. The second diagnosis needs no defined nursing interventions. b. The second diagnosis needs medical intervention. c. The second diagnosis will not need to be evaluated. d. The second diagnosis reflects a problem that does not yet exist.
The nurse is providing care to a client who is diagnosed with benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH). The client's primary concern is burning and difficulty when urinating. Based on this data, which nursing diagnosis is the priority for this client?
A) Fluid Volume Overload B) Fluid Volume Deficit C) Acute Pain D) Deficient Knowledge
A person calls the crisis hotline and says, "Nobody can help me now. I just want to say goodbye to somebody before I do it.". The best response to this statement would be:
a. "I can help you. Will you let me try?" b. "You're still alive, so you can still get help.". c. "You sound very discouraged. What are you planning to do?" d. "I'll arrange transportation so you can come here and tell me about the problem.".
A postoperative client has been instructed by a nurse about the importance of moving in bed but is still avoiding movement. The nurse should:
A. Avoid moving the client until he or she is motivated B. Have family members move the client around C. Increase the frequency of movement to be performed D. Medicate the client with a prescribed analgesic before moving