Site clearly has no receptors or nerves, but the client's pain experience is very real.
A. Neuropathic pain
B. Intractable pain
C. Phantom pain
D. Psychogenic pain
Ans: C. Phantom pain
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1. acute and chronic senility. 2. temporary and permanent confusion. 3. delirium and dementia. 4. senility and senile dementia.
Dependence is a term that refers to:
1. The presence and severity of withdrawal symptoms 2. Necessary use of drugs to prevent withdrawal symptoms 3. The level of intoxication associated with addiction 4. The amount of substance needed to satisfy cravings
The nurse caring for clients with various cancers knows that which of the following is the most distressing symptom reported by clients, second only to pain?
A) Nausea B) Skin irritation C) Alopecia D) Fatigue
The nurse demonstrates nonmaleficence by doing which of the following? Select all that apply.
A. Observing the six rights of medication administration. B. Reviewing practitioner orders for accuracy and completeness. C. Striving to improve patient satisfaction. D. Keeping knowledge and skill up-to-date. E. Dressing professionally, with name badge clearly visible.