A client returns to his room from surgery following a cervical fusion for a herniated disc. When the nurse receives report and attends to the client following surgery, the nurse assumes the role of caregiver as the client cannot take care of himself
at this time. What role does the nurse assume when she discusses health behaviors with the client, evaluates them, and plans to help him improve upon them?
A) Leader
B) Counselor
C) Resource person
D) Change agent
B
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In the illustration below, which item depicts the LOT position?
a. 1 b. 2 c. 3 d. 4 e. 5 f. 6
A deficit of potassium in the blood is called __________
Fill in the blank(s) with correct word
During a home visit, the nurse observes a mother prepare a bottle for an 18-month-old child consisting of skim milk. Which nursing diagnosis should the nurse use to base instruction for this mother?
A) Imbalanced nutrition B) Health-seeking behaviors C) Delayed growth and development D) Readiness for enhanced family coping
The nurse should anticipate which of the following as the most common complication after an MI?
a. Pulmonary edema b. Cardiogenic shock c. Dysrhythmias d. Deep vein thrombosis