Identify the activity instructions given by the nurse at the time of discharge to a client with acute hepatitis A that best promote the client's recovery
a. Except for going to the bathroom, you should stay in bed.
b. Start walking short distances as soon as you feel strong enough.
c. Active, isometric-type exercises performed four times a day will help prevent muscle atrophy.
d. You may work at your computer for no more than 4 hours per day.
A
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a. Assess laboratory results only for liver function b. Assess patient for allergies to dye or shellfish c. Instruct patient to limit fluid intake immediately following procedure d. Instruct patient to be NPO for 1 hour before scan if contrast medium is used
It is important for nurses to recognize key characteristics of good preceptors. Which of the following are some of these key characteristics of successful and effective preceptors? Select all that apply
a. assertive/aggressive in clinical expertise b. clinically prepared c. enjoy teaching d. committed to the role
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A) counsellor. B) social worker. C) physical therapist. D) home health nurse.
A client has returned to the unit following a wedge resection of the left lung for the presence of a tumor. Which of the following would the nurse have as a priority goal for this client?
1. Maintain current weight 2. Express feelings and concerns 3. Maintain a patent airway 4. Participation in care by the client