During an initial interview the client makes this statement, I'm really not that sick or in pain right now. The nurses best response is:
a) It's ok to be worried surgery is a big step
b) What kind of questions do you have about your surgery
c) I think these are things you should be asking your doctor
d) have you had surgery before
Answer: b) What kind of questions do you have about your surgery
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1. It can be avoided by finding the one perfect food. 2. It is associated with the consumption of a diet that is balanced, contains variety, and is eaten in moderation. 3. It may occur as a result of eating to excess. 4. It rarely occurs when an individual takes vitamin and mineral supplements.
The nurse evaluates a client taking a high daily dose of duloxetine (Cymbalta) for which signs and symptoms? (Select all that apply.)
1. Suicidal ideation 2. Increased libido 3. Liver failure 4. Seizures 5. Hypotension
You are the nurse preparing to meet with a client for the first time. You realize that before effective communication can take place, you must:
a. share personal information about yourself b. develop trust and rapport with the client c. set some rules of communication with the client d. clarify your purpose in talking with the client
A male client is receiving chemotherapy for lung cancer. He asks the nurse how the drug will work. Which of the following is the correct response of the nurse?
A) "Chemotherapy affects all rapidly dividing cells." B) "Structure of the DNA is altered." C) "Chemotherapy encourages cancer cells to divide." D) "Cancer cells have susceptible drug toxins."