A patient with a serious illness is being cared for in a CCU. Considering energy expenditure during illness and the potential for healing, what is most appropriate nursing action?
A) Maintain complete bed rest with minimal activity
B) Ensure complete pharmacological sedation
C) Limit visits to immediate family only
D) Facilitate nutrition assessment and delivery
D
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Which of these statements describes the closure of the valves in a normal cardiac cycle?
a. The aortic valve closes slightly before the tricuspid valve. b. The pulmonic valve closes slightly before the aortic valve. c. The tricuspid valve closes slightly later than the mitral valve. d. Both the tricuspid and pulmonic valves close at the same time.
The nurse working on the behavioral health unit is caring for a client with histrionic personality disorder. Which behaviors does the nurse anticipate when assessing this client?
Select all that apply. A) Flamboyant B) Dramatic C) Competitive D) Arrogant E) Manipulative
The nurse is caring for a client diagnosed with Cushing's disease. Which of the following nursing interventions would have highest priority for a client with increased levels of both cortisol and aldosterone?
1. Monitor blood pressure frequently. 2. Plan for frequent rest periods. 3. Assess for signs of infection. 4. Review coping strategies.
The nurse is assisting a client in making a menu for a low-fiber diet. Which would be the best choice for a breakfast menu?
A) Apple juice, coffee, 2 poached eggs, 2 pieces of bacon, and white toast with butter B) Hot cocoa, shredded wheat, and 2% milk C) Coffee with cream and sugar, muffin, and 2 tablespoons of butter D) Hot tea, bagel, and 2 tablespoons of cream cheese