A nurse is providing oral care to an unconscious patient. The nurse attempts to minimize any chance of aspiration of fluids by placing the patient in a
1. Prone position.
2. Supine position.
3. Lateral position.
4. Lithotomy position.
ANS: 3
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a. doing all three things covers several learning styles. b. it gives the students a feeling of mastery of the topic. c. people retain a high percentage of what they teach. d. teaching others helps develop leadership in students.
The nurse is planning care for a client who is experiencing confusion. Which action by the nurse ensures safety for this client?
A) Keep the windows in the client's room closed. B) Keep the side rails up on the bed when the client is with a staff member. C) Place the call bell next to the client. D) Administer ordered medication.
Jon wants information on elective sterilization; he has three children with his current wife and has no plans for future children
a. How would you explain a vasectomy to Jon? b. What teaching would be done prior to the procedure?
Boundary violations do not represent a serious problem or violation of the rules.
Answer the following statement true (T) or false (F)