A patient recovering from an amputation refuses to look at the stump or participate in care. For what problem should the nurse plan interventions to help this patient?
A. Insufficient nutrition
B. Infection
C. Risk for chronic pain
D. Problems with body image
Answer: D
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A) That medications are given at the right time B) That care is efficient and effective C) That the right dose of the drug is given to the patient D) That the right drug is given to the right patient at the right time
A client is suspected of having meningitis. For which test should the nurse prepare this client?
1. Lumbar puncture 2. CBC 3. Head x-ray 4. Doppler study of the head
A nurse is caring for a patient who requires teaching about a heart-healthy diet. The patient states that she is a visual learner
The nurse recognizes that a visual learner learns by seeing, reading, and watching. When selecting handouts for the patient to read, the nurse ensures which of the following about the handouts? Select all that apply. 1. They are in simple language. 2. They include short sentences. 3. They clearly define medical terms. 4. They are written in complex language. 5. They are at a fifth-grade reading level.
Immunization enhances the body's own immune system to increase resistance to certain infections
Indicate whether the statement is true or false.