A client accused of a serious crime is brought to the mental health unit with severe
behavioral changes. The healthcare provider is performing a Structured Interview of
Reported Symptoms in this client.
A student, who is working on the units, wants to
know why this test is being conducted. What reason should the nurse provide for
conducting this test?
A) To determine the client's dependence on others
B) To rule out the client who is fabricating symptoms
C) To find if the client needs assistance with daily activities
D) To determine if the client is oriented to time and place
B
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"I don't understand," a woman said. "I know I'm eligible for Medicare part A and it's free. Part B isn't free. When will I ever use it?" Which of the following would be the most appropriate response by the nurse?
a. "Part A is only for hospital bills. Most care is given on an outpatient basis. Part B pays a large portion of those costs." b. "Part A is a benefit because you paid into Social Security for more than 10 years. In comparison, part B is optional if you want that additional insurance." c. "Part B is easy to pay for; they take the cost out of your Social Security check each month." d. "Researchers have found that people don't waste health care resources if they have to pay a bit for them."
Decisions about a terminally ill client's remaining time belong to the:
a. Person b. Family members c. Medical care team d. Spiritual advisor
The nurse is caring for a 4-year-old with a suspected urinary tract infection. Which approach would be best when attempting to obtain a urine specimen?
A) "I will need a urine sample from you." B) "Let your mom help you tinkle in this cup." C) "Would you please tinkle in this cup right now?" D) "Please void in this cup instead of the toilet."
When a child inherits a disease that is autosomal recessive, it is inherited from whom?
a. Father b. Mother c. Both parents d. Grandparent