While doing an initial assessment on a patient, the patient tells the nurse that she has bone pain. The nurse asks the patient to describe the characteristics of the pain. Which of the following are typical characteristics of bone pain?
A) Dull, deep ache
B) Soreness or aching that may include cramping
C) Sharp and piercing pain that is relieved by immobilization
D) Spastic or sharp pain that radiates
A
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After teaching a class about families and the phases of divorce, the instructor determines that the class has understood the teaching when they identify which of the following as the part of the separation phase?
A) Developing arrangements for custody visitation B) Accepting one's own contribution to the marriage failure C) Staying connected with extended family members D) Working on resolving attachment to spouse
A nurse is caring for an individual who is to receive antidepressant therapy on an outpatient basis. What precaution should the nurse suggest to prevent risk of injury if the client experiences dizziness when getting out of bed?
A) Strictly avoid movements if dizziness occurs. B) Rise slowly when getting out of bed. C) Have breakfast before getting out of bed. D) Have a glass of water to overcome dizziness.
A patient has all of the following health problems. Which problem increases his or her risk for drug side effects?
a. Asthma b. Kidney disease c. GI ulcers d. Chronic high blood pressure
A soldier returned 3 months ago from Afghanistan and was diagnosed with post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). Which social event would most likely be disturbing for this soldier?
a. Halloween festival with neighborhood children b. Singing carols around a Christmas tree c. Family outing to the seashore d. Fireworks display on July 4th