Which of the following should the nurse do to determine the priority health-related learning needs of a client?
a. Carefully review the physician's orders.
b. Conduct a thorough nursing assessment.
c. Determine the amount of time required to present the information.
d. Ask the client what learning needs she has about her current state of health.
ANS: D
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(Put a comma and space between each answer choice.) a. Remove wet clothing. b. Warm fluids and blood products before administration. c. Cover the patient with an external warming device. d. Warm the ED or intensive care unit (ICU) room before the patient's arrival.
Which concept should the nurse consider when planning care for an older adult trauma patient?
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The nurse is caring for a client with early shock. The nurse understands that which mechanism in the body is maintaining the client's blood flow?
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