A patient tells the nurse that, spiritually, he recognizes he has a "deeper self.". The age of this patient is most likely
a. 15 c. 45
b. 18 d. 80
C
Stage 5 is a complex stage in which a person moves beyond either-or and sees spiritual issues as multifaceted. Stage 5 is unusual before midlife as it involves an in-depth examination and recognition of one's deeper self.
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The nurse is caring for a patient who is hospitalized with cognitive impairment. The following interventions will assist the patient in orientation: (Select all that apply.)
a. Keep a photo of the family in the room. b. Use a clock on the wall. c. Make sure the room is kept bright and well lit. d. Avoid moving the patient from room to room. e. Have the nurse introduce himself or herself to the patient.
An older adult presents with symptoms of delirium. The family says, "Everything was fine until yesterday." The most important assessment information to gather is
a. a list of medications the patient currently takes. b. whether or not the patient has experienced any recent losses. c. whether or not the patient has ingested aged or fermented foods. d. the patient's recent personality characteristics and changes.
When discussing a depressed client's response to treatment, a nurse's colleague has made a comment attributing the client's closely guarded behavior during treatment to the fact that he is a man
Which of the following facts should underlie the nurse's response to the colleague? A) It is sexist to allude to a relationship between gender and communication. B) Research has demonstrated no appreciable gender-based differences in communication. C) Men tend to misinterpret their feelings and responses to communication. D) Men often disclose less information to caregivers than women do.
Why are adrenergic agonists such as epinephrine given parenterally or by inhalation instead of orally?
1. They are not easily digested in the gastrointestinal tract. 2. They produce toxic by-products in the blood. 3. They are rapidly absorbed by the blood. 4. They are metabolized by the enzyme COMT in the intestinal tract.