The nurse explains that according to Maslow, the abilities to solve problems, maintain self-confidence, and be willing to accept criticism are incorporated in:
1. safety and security.
2. self-esteem.
3. self-actualization.
4. love and belonging.
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Self-actualization is characterized by the ability to solve problems, the willingness to accept suggestions and criticism from others, and the maintenance of broad interests and commu-nication skills.
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The perioperative nurse manager and the postoperative unit manager are concerned about the increasing number of surgical infections in their hospital. What action by the managers is best?
a. Audit charts to see if the Surgical Care Improvement Project (SCIP) outcomes were met. b. Encourage staff on both units to provide peer pressure to adhere to hand hygiene policy. c. Hold educational meetings with the nursing and surgical staff on infection prevention. d. Monitor staff on both units for consistent adherence to established hand hygiene practices.
A client came to the clinic with erectile dysfunction. What are some possible causes of this condition that the nurse could discuss with the client during history taking? (Select all that apply.)
a. Recent prostatectomy b. Long-term hypertension c. Diabetes mellitus d. Hour-long exercise sessions e. Consumption of beer each night
Which finding by the nurse will be most helpful in determining whether a 67-year-old patient with benign prostatic hyperplasia has an upper urinary tract infection (UTI)?
a. Bladder distention b. Foul-smelling urine c. Suprapubic discomfort d. Costovertebral tenderness
While preparing a client for a procedure, the nurse notes that the client has become unresponsive and respirations have become shallow. What type of assessment should the nurse complete at this time?
1. Initial assessment 2. Problem-focused assessment 3. Emergency assessment 4. Time-lapsed assessment