Clients receiving care in the home may have progressive, chronic diseases
Indicate whether the statement is true or false
False
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In order to reinforce a patient's sense of control, the critical care nurse can
A) allow patient to choose the flavor of nutritional drink. B) wash the patient's face for him/her. C) assist the patient with a bedpan or urinal. D) style the patient's hair.
The nurse recognizes that which of the following items affect the client's physiological tolerance to heat and cold?
Select all that apply. 1. Body part 2. Race and ethnic origin 3. Size of the exposed body part 4. Intactness of the skin 5. Length of exposure
Abnormal changes in the contour of the breasts such as dimpling, retractions, or flattening may be due to a cancerous growth resulting in which of the following?
a. fibrotic shortening of Cooper's ligaments b. necrosis of epidermal tissue c. inflammation of the mammary duct d. pectoral muscle atrophy
The nurse receives the patient's most recent blood work results. Which laboratory value is of greatest concern?
a. Sodium of 145 mEq/L b. Calcium of 15.5 mg/dL c. Potassium of 3.5 mEq/L d. Chloride of 100 mEq/L