A school-aged child's parents are very upset about having to leave her alone in the hospital. How would you respond to their concern?
A) "Don't worry. Your child will be just fine."
B) "Just sneak out; that will make it easier."
C) "If you can't stay, visiting as often as possible is the next best thing."
D) "If you can't stay, then not visiting at all is best."
C
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a. Reduction of risk b. Analgesia c. Amnesia d. Muscle relaxation
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A) A good time to initiate breast-feeding B) The period of decreased responsiveness preceding sleep C) The need to be alert for gagging and vomiting D) Evidence that the newborn is becoming chilled
An older patient is reluctant to report multiple vague signs and symptoms, including lethargy, incontinence, and weight loss that have persisted for 6 weeks. The nurse recognizes that such symptoms place the patient at great risk for
a. viral infection. b. disorientation. c. malnutrition. d. physical frailty.
The RN has been assigned to a client who is newly diagnosed with diabetes. What should the nurse include in the plan for foot care for this client?
A) Wash feet with water at a temperature of 90–98.6°F. B) Dry toes thoroughly. C) Inspect feet thoroughly once a week. D) Cut toenails and file.