A client is brought to the Emergency Center after a snow-skiing accident. Which intervention is most important for the nurse to implement?
A) Review the electrocardiogram tracing.
B) Obtain blood for coagulation studies.
C) Apply a warming blanket.
D) Provide heated PO fluids.
Answer: A) Review the electrocardiogram tracing.
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When caring for a client with substance abuse issues, what will the evaluation process used by the nurse depend on?
A) Whether the client has relapsed B) The anticipated outcome C) Whether the client recognizes his or her responsibilities D) The phase of the treatment process
The nurse suggests to the menopausal patient who is experiencing troubling hot flashes to include in her diet such foods as cherries and black beans because these foods are:
a. high in protein. b. phytoestrogens. c. antioxidants. d. natural tranquilizers.
The nurse is planning care for a client who had a cesarean birth four hours ago. Which of the following should be included in this client's plan of care? (Select all that apply.)
1. Administer analgesics as prescribed. 2. Encourage to ambulate to the bathroom to void. 3. Encourage leg exercises every 2 hours. 4. Encourage deep breathing and coughing every 2 to 4 hours. 5. Encourage the use of breathing, relaxation, and distraction.
After a need and a client demand for a program have been determined through the needs assessment process, the next step in the development of the program is to choose a procedural method that will assist the nurse in planning the program to be offered
Which of the following are possible planning methods? Select all that apply. 1. Program planning method (PPM) 2. Multiattribute utility technique (MAUT) 3. Sustainability method 4. Effectiveness method