A patient has an order to restrict fluids. What is one comfort measure nurses can implement for this patient to alleviate a common problem?
A) back rubs B) chewing gum C) hair care D) oral hygiene
D
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A patient is instructed to take diphenhydramine (Benadryl) after an allergic reaction. Which of the following statements by the patient indicates successful teaching concerning the administration of diphenhydramine (Benadryl)?
A) "I will still be able to have my after-dinner drink with this medication." B) "I will eat a diet low in sodium while taking this medication." C) "I should not drive my car after taking this medication." D) "I can take this medication every 2 hours until I feel better."
A new mother calls the clinic and tells the nurse her toddler has a temperature of 102ºF. How does the nurse explain why the mother should not be alarmed?
A) "A fever is the body's way of fighting an infection and supporting the body's immune system." B) "Neutrophils release pyrogen, a fever-causing substance, which helps act as a catalyst for the body's inflammatory and immune responses." C) "Leukotrienes activated by arachidonic acid attract neutrophils to start the process of fighting inflammation." D) "Inflammation causes the activation of a chemical called Hageman factor that initiates a process to bring more blood to the injured area and allows white blood cells to escape into the tissues."
The current school year is now over, and the school health nurse spends time summarizing the records of all the children who had come into the school health office during the past school year
Which of the following best explains the rationale for this action? a. Because analysis can help establish priorities for future health programs b. Because annual reports are expected by the school board c. Because it's very personally rewarding to see all the help one has given throughout the year d. Because the nurse has to justify the school health office budget for each year
What is the best action regarding a peer who is consistently negative and has a complaint about
every aspect of nursing? A) Report the nurse as a source of conflict. B) Encourage the nurse to seek a new career. C) Advise the nurse that she does nothing but complain. D) Refuse to become involved in the negative behavior.