The perinatal nurse teaches the postpartum woman about warning signs regarding development of postpartum infection. Signs and symptoms that merit assessment by the health care provider include the development of a fever and:
A) Breast engorgement
B) Uterine tenderness
C) Diarrhea
D) Emotional lability
B
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The nurse has closed the interview with the client and observes that the client appears to have something else to say. What statement made by the nurse can provide an opportunity for the client to express concerns and ask questions?
A) "Use your call bell if you need anything." B) "I don't know what else I could tell you, this about covers all of it." C) "Well that is all I have for you. Let me know if you need anything." D) "Do you have any questions or concerns that we have not discussed?"
The nurse recognizes that the client with gallstones who would be the best candidate for treatment with extracorporeal shock wave lithotripsy (ECSL) is a client with
a. common bile duct stones. b. liver disease. c. stones that are 6 cm in diameter. d. two gallstones.
A client is in her 12th week of gestation. Her laboratory test results show high titers of anticardiolipin antibodies. The nurse interprets this finding to suggest which of the following conditions?
A) Congestive heart failure B) Ectopic pregnancy C) Antiphospholipid syndrome D) Sickle cell anemia
A nurse is using motivational interviewing to find out why a client refuses to participate in the recommended rehabilitation program. Which of the following is an example of using the skill of reflective listening to help motivate this client?
A) So, you feel that you are not ready to start a program this week...? B) Why do you feel that you are not ready to start rehabilitation? C) I understand that you are afraid to start rehabilitation; where do you see yourself in a week? D) Remember we discussed what needs to be done to get you back on your feet...How do you feel about getting started?