A patient with Alzheimer's disease becomes agitated and is unable to communicate. The nurse notes that this is a change from his regular demeanor
The nurse performs a thorough assessment of the patient, determining that he has an abscessed tooth. This assessment can be termed
A) Health promotion
B) Illness prevention
C) Validation therapy
D) Restorative therapy
Ans: C
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When performing a head-to-toe assessment, the nurse should begin by assessing the patient's:
a. support system. b. skin integrity. c. pain level. d. neurological status.
What is the lot number mean on a drug label?
A) Batch of drug from which the stock came. B) How much drug is administered at a single time. C) Used by the pharmacist to identify the drug. D) Used to identify the method of packaging.
A team approach is the best approach to discharge planning for a patient who has had gastric surgery. What is helpful to the patient and family to reinforce discharge teaching?
A) Home health nurse re-teaching material in patient's home B) Scheduled visits from speech therapist C) Scheduled phone calls from social worker D) Video instructions about meals and activities
The client is in Buck's traction for a fractured femur. Which does the nurse implement to prevent muscle spasms of the affected leg?
1. Applies traction gradually, gently, and completely 2. Assesses the affected leg with the "five Ps" criterion 3. Eliminates potential pressure points from the traction 4. Ensures unobstructed countertraction to client's pelvis