An instructor is discussing the uses of PDAs in nursing and describing the advantages and disadvantages of their use. Which of the following would the instructor identify as a shortcoming? Select all that apply
A) Time management
B) Cost
C) Technological changes
D) Battery life
E) Time necessary for device selection
B, C, D, E
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A postpartum woman presents to the perinatal clinic complaining of extreme breast tenderness and an inability to express milk on the left side when breastfeeding. What nonpharmacological comfort measure does the nurse teach this patient?
A. Application of either warm or cold packs B. Expression of milk every 1-2 hours C. Ice and elevation of the breast when sitting D. Menthol-based lotion to draw the heat out
The population health nurse is assisting a community member with ways to reduce stress. What should the nurse recommend for this client? (Select all that apply.)
1. Referral to sources of assistance. 2. Develop or expand social support networks. 3. Assist with employment and other social needs. 4. Arrange for respite care as needed. 5. Assist in developing a community response plan to stress.
A sleeve that wraps around the leg and is attached to a pump to promote venous blood flow is known as:
a. Sequential compression device b. Elastic bandage c. TED hose d. Elastic stockings
The client receiving a newly released medication is experiencing adverse effects. Why does the nurse report these adverse effects as part of the postmarketing surveillance stage of the drug approval process?
1. The clinical trials are continuing to collect new data. 2. Individual client response is compared with the clinical trial data. 3. The efficacy of the drug is determined for new drugs. 4. Harmful effects in the larger population continue to be monitored.