The nurse who plans interventions for all dimensions of the patient's life is practicing _____ care
a. focused
b. general
c. directed
d. holistic
D
Holistic care addresses the physiologic, psychological, social, cultural, and spiritual needs of the patient.
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A young adult began acne treatment several weeks ago using a combination ointment and has presented for a follow-up appointment at the clinic. When assessing the patient for adverse effects of treatment, what question should the nurse prioritize?
A) "Have you found that the ointment makes your skin a lighter color?" B) "Do you find that the ointment makes your pimples bleed more easily?" C) "Do your eyes burn when you apply the ointment to your face?" D) "Is the skin on your face uncomfortably dry since you began using the ointment?"
A client is being discharged with a prescription for sulfasalazine. Which of the following would the nurse include in the discharge teaching plan? Select all that apply
A) Take the drug 1 hour before or 2 hours after meals. B) Use protective sunscreen or cover exposed areas when going outside. C) Finish the entire course of sulfonamide even if you begin feeling better. D) Decrease fluid intake to prevent increased excretion of the drug. E) Keep all follow-up appointments.
The client has been admitted to the hospital for the treatment of schizophrenia. The client's mother says to the nurse "This is all so confusing
How did he get this? Did I do something?" What are the best responses of the nurse? (Select all that apply.) 1. "Schizophrenia is linked to drinking alcohol during pregnancy.". 2. "Research indicates that schizophrenia is a genetic disorder.". 3. "Research indicates that a very stressful environment causes schizophrenia.". 4. "Schizophrenia is a biological brain disorder.". 5. "Schizophrenia is due to too much dopamine in certain parts of the brain.".
Before serving a meal tray,
A. check the diet card and patient identification. B. put on gloves and a hair net. C. put on a gown and gloves. D. position the patient in the supine position.