In which position should the nurse assist the patient when preparing to examine the tibiofemoral joint of the knee?
A) Supine
B) Prone
C) Standing
D) Sitting
D
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The client has been admitted to the acute care facility from the assisted living community. Upon admission, the client was in agreement with the plan of treatment
Since admission, the client has become increasing unhappy with the plan of care and wishes to refuse some of the medications prescribed. Which of the following statements is most correct? A) The consent for treatment obtained at admission implies acceptance of the treatments being prescribed and should be followed by the client. B) The client should be discharged if she is not in agreement with the elements of the plan of care. C) The client may decline options for treatment as desired. D) The client living in an assisted living environment is restricted in his or her decision-making abilities and must consult with the community attorney to make this type of care decision.
A hospital administrator is involved in contract negotiations with the nursing union leaders. To resolve issues:
a. nurses should be assertive to make certain that their view predominates. b. both sides should strive to meet the inter-ests of both parties. c. the negotiator should use independent problem-solving skills. d. the budget should dictate the conditions of the negotiation.
When working with blended or reconstituted families, your care should focus on the belief in which of the following principles? (Select all that apply.)
a. All members of the family must be as rigid as possible to maintain their place in the family. b. The couple must take the time and energy to nurture their own relationship because it is pivotal for the health and stability of the family. c. Only the parents need to establish dyadic relationships and learn to function as a family unit. d. The grandparents need to establish rules related to discipline. e. Parents should take extra time for holiday planning because there are additional relatives to consider. f. All members of the blended family need to realize that establishing family rituals, tradi-tions, and relationships will take time.
During a home visit the nurse suspects that a newborn is experiencing chlamydial conjunctivitis. What did the nurse assess to make this clinical determination? Select all that apply
1. Eyelid swelling 2. Yellow discharge 3. Eye inflammation 4. Purulent discharge 5. Corneal ulcerations