The nursing student is reinforcing class discussion by reviewing the clients' charts and identifying interventions based on Florence Nightingale's theory of nursing
Which of the following would the student identify as components of Nightingale's theory of nursing? Select all that apply. Standard Text: Select all that apply. 1. Dimming the lights to enhance sleep
2. Assessing the client's ability to change a dressing
3. Bathing the client
4. Prevention of the development of pneumonia in a postoperative client
5. Reducing the noise at the nurse's station at night
1,3,5
Rationale 1: Nightingale's major concept of nursing and health involves environmental factors such as cleanliness, reduction of noise, and light as they relate to the needs of the whole client (answer options 1, 3, and 5). Option 2 refers to Orem's theory of addressing the client by means of identifying the client's self-care deficits. Option 4 reflects Neuman's theory of wellness; all parts of a person are in harmony.
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After several weeks of therapy, the client states he wishes to leave the facility against medical advice without completing rehabilitation. The nurse: 1. Informs the client that he cannot leave until rehabilitation is completed. 2. Calls the physician to request a sedative for the client. 3. Calls the client's family to persuade him to stay in the facility. 4. Notifies the RN and/or physician that the client would like to leave.
__________ is also referred to as outpatient care
Fill in the blank(s) with correct word
The nurse is assessing an older adult client who is experiencing a myocardial infarction. What clinical manifestation does the nurse expect in this client?
a. Excruciating pain on inspiration b. Left lateral chest wall pain c. Disorientation and confusion d. Numbness and tingling of the arm
The nurse is caring for a pediatric client diagnosed with syndrome of inappropriate antidiuretic hormone (SIADH) disorder. Which interventions should the nurse implement for this child?
1. Encouragement of fluids 2. Strict intake and output 3. Administration of ordered diuretics 4. Specific gravity of urine 5. Weight only on admission but not daily