While beginning assessment of a patient's abdomen, the nurse starts in the middle of the abdomen and expects to hear high-frequency sounds. What part of the stethoscope will provide the best sound with firm skin contact?
A) The bell
B) The small side of the chestpiece
C) The earpieces
D) The diaphragm
D
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The nurse is caring for an older patient. What should the nurse realize is an expected age-related change in this patient's musculoskeletal system?
1. difficulty with dexterity after age 50 2. vertebrae lengthening and thinning, which leads to increased bone production 3. decreased bone mass and calcium absorption, which increase risk for fractures 4. pain when ambulating due to increased bone mass and minerals
The family of a critically ill client tells the nurse that the client believes in divine intervention and their faith will sustain them until the client recovers. The nurse realizes this family and client demonstrate which of the following?
1. Denial 2. Conflict 3. Spiritual health 4. Good family support system
The nurse is evaluating the client's nutritional status at her prenatal visit. The client is asking if she should take a supplement. What is the basis for recommending a supplement during pregnancy?
A) A decrease in eyesight B) The stress of pregnancy C) Individual circumstances D) Increased nutrient needs during pregnancy
On removing a soft contact lens, the nurse observes that it is sticking together. Which should the nurse implement before storing or reinserting the lens?
1. Soak lens in saline solution. 2. Rub the contact lens briskly. 3. Pry lens apart with fingertip. 4. Use cleaning solution on lens.