The parents of a 6-year-old express concern over their child's increased complaints of fatigue. On questioning, the parents state that their child is getting 8 to 10 hours of sleep. The nurse informs the parents that:
a. This is an adequate amount of sleep
b. The child is not getting enough sleep
c. The child is getting too much sleep
d. The child needs a nap at noon
B
A 6-year-old child needs 11 to 13 hours of sleep each night. The child is not getting enough sleep. A 6-year-old is likely to be in first grade, so a nap is not possible.
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A patient admitted to the medical unit with HF is exhibiting signs and symptoms of pulmonary edema. The nurse is aware that positioning will promote circulation. How should the nurse best position the patient?
A) In a high Fowler's position B) On the left side-lying position C) In a flat, supine position D) In the Trendelenburg position
A nurse, unable to palpate the left pedal pulse on a patient with diabetes, should next
1. Chart: "Unable to palpate left pedal pulse." 2. Notify the physician that the pulse could not be palpated. 3. Use the Doppler to listen for the left pedal pulse. 4. Call the nurse supervisor to report the pedal pulse was zero.
The Shared Governance committee is planning strategies for cultural competency when providing patient care. Which facets will the committee include when planning these strategies?Select all that apply.Note: Credit will be given only if all correct choices and no incorrect choices are selected.
A. Health disparities B. Spatial factors C. Manners D. Dietary practices E. Insurance
A client with dehydration is being administered IV fluids. During rounds, the nurse noticed that the skin immediately surrounding the client's IV site was reddish in color and showing signs of inflammation
The nurse recognizes that what phenomenon is likely responsible? A) Phlebitis B) Thrombus formation C) Pulmonary embolus D) Air embolism