In counseling a pregnant woman scheduled for an ultrasound of the kidneys, the nurse would advise that
a. a full bladder is required.
b. bed rest will be necessary.
c. the dye may cause a reaction.
d. the procedure is safe for the fetus.
D
Ultrasound is noninvasive, involves no contrast media, does not expose the client to radiation, and has produced no adverse effects in anyone, including the offspring of women pregnant at examination.
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In discussing her new antihypertensive drug, the nurse will assess her use of A) analgesics. B) diuretics. C) ginseng. D) antidepressants.
A person who marked "strongly agree" to all or most items on a Likert scale could be called a(n):
A) Reactive respondent B) Key informant C) Nay-sayer D) Yea-sayer
During a group session a nurse mimics the disruptive behavior of a patient to demonstrate its affect on group work. The teaching strategy the nurse is implementing is:
a. shaping. b. modeling. c. role playing. d. positive reinforcement.
A nurse who provides care in a psychiatric–mental health context is aware of the importance of a holistic view of clients and care. What is the basis of holistic nursing care?
A) A recognition that curing should be prioritized over healing in the care of clients B) An awareness that clients are the ultimate experts in their diagnoses and care C) A knowledge that "Western" medicine has certain fundamental flaws that prevent it from meeting many clients' needs D) An awareness that interconnectedness exists among the various dimensions of a client's life