When counseling a patient who has been newly diagnosed with TB, the nurse should make sure the patient realizes that he or she is contagious
A. During all phases of the illness
B. Any time up to 18 months after therapy begins
C. During the postictal phase of TB
D. During the initial period of the illness and its diagnosis
Ans: D. During the initial period of the illness and its diagnosis
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A client is being discharged soon on warfarin (Coumadin). What menu selection for dinner indicates the client needs more education regarding this medication?
a. Hamburger and French fries b. Large chef's salad and muffin c. No selection; spouse brings pizza d. Tuna salad sandwich and chips
After teaching a group of nursing students about the impact of pregnancy on the older woman, the instructor determines that the teaching was successful when the students state which of the following?
A) "The majority of women who become pregnant over age 35 experience complications.". B) "Women over the age of 35 who become pregnant require a specialized type of assessment.". C) "Women over age 35 and are pregnant have an increased risk for spontaneous abortions.". D) "Women over age 35 are more likely to have substance abuse problems.".
The cardiac centers controlling heart rate are located in the
a. hypothalamus c. lungs b. brain stem d. coronary arteries
The nurse is using the nursing process when caring for a patient with mental illness. Which tasks should be accomplished during the evaluation phase of the nursing process? (Select all that apply.)
1. Renegotiating patient needs to be addressed 2. Identifying new, different, or additional goals and outcomes 3. Redefining the roles of the patient and nurse in achieving outcomes 4. Choosing appropriate interventions according the patient assessment 5. Determining what progress has been made relevant to the plan of care