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A nurse is evaluating how well the family of a dying child understands the concept of hospice care in the home. Which statement by the family indicates the need for further instruction?
A. "If she gets short of breath, I will call 911 right away." B. "It will be great that she can play with her sister at home." C. "Pain control will be very important even near death." D. "We should look into respite care so we can get a break."
A client asks, "What can I do to help decrease the amount of pain with labor?" What should be the nurse's best response?
a. "Nothing. That is the way God intended it to be." b. "We can give you medications to help with the pain." c. "You should not worry about the pain; leave that concern up to the staff." d. "By trying to relax, the contractions will be more efficient and the pain may be less."
A patient taking spironolactone is demonstrating ECG changes and complaining of muscle weakness. The nurse realizes this patient is exhibiting signs of:
1. Hyperkalemia. 2. Hypokalemia. 3. Hypercalcemia. 4. Hyopcalcemia.
A 13-year-old adolescent is diagnosed with a sensory alteration and is scheduled for diagnostic tests. She asks the nurse to tell her "the truth" about the tests. Which response is the best?
a. "Don't worry about anything. We're here to take good care of you.". b. "Ask your parents. They have talked with the physicians.". c. "Most of the tests are painless and noninva-sive.". d. "Trust the doctors. They know what is best for you.".