A school-age child receives a small, superficial burn. Which action would be the most appropriate for the nurse to do first?
A) Apply a topical anesthetic ointment
B) Administer acetaminophen
C) Cover the area with a sterile bandage
D) Apply cold compresses to the area
Ans: D
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a. Ensuring that a toilet or commode is rea-dily accessible to the patient b. Encouraging the intake of 1 liter of water each day c. Expecting a rapid and full recovery d. Toileting the patient 10 to 15 minutes after meals
The nurse needs to get informed consent to treat a 3-year-old girl with leukemia, and there may be cultural issues involved. Which of the following is the priority intervention?
A) Show an understanding of culture. B) Assess the family's beliefs. C) Demonstrate sensitivity to the family's beliefs. D) Assess the family's authority structure.
The nursing instructor is discussing hemorrhoids with the nursing class. Which patients would the nursing instructor tell the students would be most likely to develop hemorrhoids?
A) A 45-year-old teacher B) A pregnant woman at 38 weeks' gestation C) A 37-year-old construction worker D) A 12-year-old student
The nurse is assisting in the preparation of a patient for a hypophysectomy. What should the nurse emphasize when teaching this patient? (Select all that apply.)
a. Blow the nose twice a day b. Use an incentive spirometer. c. Avoid bending from the waist. d. Cough using the huff technique. e. Perform deep breathing exercises.