Choose the action by the nurse that takes highest priority in the treatment of a child with sickle cell anemia
a. Maintain hydration at two times the nor-mal intake.
b. Assist child in range of motion exercises to increase joint mobility.
c. Medicate frequently with analgesics to reduce pain.
d. Initiate and maintain reverse isolation.
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The nurse is discussing effective pain management with a clients spouse. Key strategies for reducing pain include:(Select all that apply) Standard Text: Select all that apply
1. Acknowledging the pain 2. Distraction from pain medication 3. Involving the spouse in provision of pain relief 4. Education about pain and its treatment 5. Preventing pain
What activity in charting will assist most in the avoidance of errors?
A) Objectivity B) Organization C) Legibility D) Timeliness
The patient has the right to know if a student is providing care for him.
Answer the following statement true (T) or false (F)
A patient is diagnosed with renal osteodystrophy. What does the nurse instruct the unlicensed assistive personnel (UAP) to do in relation to the patient's diagnosis?
a. Assist the patient with toileting every 2 hours. b. Gently wash the patient's skin with mild soap and rinse well. c. Handle the patient gently because of risk for fractures d. Assist the patient with eating because of loss of coordination