The nurse assessing a young female with depression who may have suicidal ideation recognizes that the usual method of attempted suicide by females is:
a. hanging.
b. medication ingestion.
c. gunshot.
d. slashing the wrists.
B
Females tend to use more passive suicide methods such as medication ingestion.
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A client has an allergic reaction to seafood with generalized edema and informs the nurse that he is unable to get his wedding ring off and it is too tight. The client was unable to remove it with soap and water
What action by the nurse can facilitate removal of the ring without damaging it? A) Administer a diuretic and wait for the swelling to go down. B) There is not another option other than to use a ring cutter to remove the ring. C) Use twine to wrap the finger and, when the tissue is compressed, pull the free end of the twine and remove the ring. D) Use a tongue blade to remove the ring.
The nurse is caring for a client who has a decreased serum iron level. Which intervention does the nurse prioritize for this client?
a. Dietary consult b. Family assessment c. Cardiac assessment d. Administration of vitamin K
An outcome for an older adult patient living alone is to be free from falls. Which of these statements by a patient indicates that teaching on safety concerns has been effective?
a. "I'll leave my throw rugs in place so that my feet won't touch the cold tile." b. "I'll take my time getting up from the bed or chair." c. "I should wear my favorite smooth bottom socks to protect my feet when walking around." d. "I will have my son dim the lighting outside to decrease the glare in my eyes."