The nurse is taking the history of a psychiatric client suspected of abusing alcohol. Which assessment question is best to ask?
A) "When was your last drink?"
B) "Do you drink regularly?"
C) "Are you experiencing blackouts?"
D) "Who are your drinking partners?"
A,
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A client is preparing for gender reassignment surgery and will transition from male to female. The client is worried about the voice not sounding feminine enough. What action by the nurse is best?
a. Ask if the client has considered vocal cord surgery to change the voice. b. Refer the client for vocal therapy with speech-language pathology. c. Teach the client that there will be no effect on the client's voice. d. Tell the client that the use of hormones will eventually change the voice.
Which of the following principles that underlie a gerontological nurse's practice is most in need of reexamination and modification?
A) Nursing older adults requires a unique data and knowledge set. B) Aiming for wholeness in physical, social, spiritual, and psychological health is a realistic goal. C) The aging process is a natural and unavoidable part of human life. D) Health outcomes among older adults can be equal to those of younger populations.
A patient with schizophrenia who is part of the assertive community treatment (ACT) program indicates that he wants to offer an art class to other participants. Which is an appropriate statement by the nurse?
1. "That's a good idea. I think you should do it." 2. "Are you sure this you have the necessary skills to do this?" 3. "Have you had someone knowledgeable evaluate your talents?" 4. "Perhaps you should take your participation in the art world more slowly."
Nursing measures to prevent urinary complications include which of the following? Select all that apply
1. Monitoring urinary output 2. Having the patient void at least every 8 hours 3. Assisting the patient to urinate while in a sitting position 4. Assisting the patient to urinate while in a reclined position 5. Ensuring that the patient consumes at least 8 ounces of fluid every 2 hours