A client asks the nurse how epoetin alfa (Epogen) will help their anemia. Which response should the nurse provide the client?
A. "This prescription prevents the destruction of the red blood cells."
B. "The prescription stimulates your body to make red blood cells."
C. "This prescription contains red blood cells."
D. "This prescription increases the iron binding capacity of the red blood cells."
Answer: B
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Which of the following is a direct care intervention?
a. Administration of an injection b. Making the change-of-shift report c. Collaborating with members of the health care team d. Ensuring availability of needed equipment
__________ refers to the ability of the nurse to establish a meaningful connection with a client
Fill in the blank(s) with correct word
A patient has recently suffered a stroke with left-sided weakness and has problems with choking, especially when drinking thin liquids. What nursing interventions would be most helpful in assisting this patient to swallow safely?
a. Use a straw b. Tuck chin when swallowing c. Take a sip of liquid with each bite d. Turn head to the left
The mental health nurse is caring for a client with psychophysiologic behaviors. What would be an important intervention for the nurse with this client?
A) Encourage confrontation concerning the psychologic defense nature of the symptoms. B) Encourage the client to use physical means to express feelings. C) Maximize the time and attention given to physical symptoms. D) Continue to monitor physical complaints to assist in ruling out any actual cause for the symptoms.