The observation by the nurse that would indicate a patient's acceptance of the diagnosis of acute leukemia is that the patient:
1. plans a 14-day cruise in 2 weeks.
2. states that he will be fine in a few months
3. asks for educational material about acute leukemia.
4. rests after a chemotherapy session.
4
Asking for educational material indicates beginning acceptance.
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A) "The anesthesiologist will do her best to avoid this." B) "The pain relief offered will compensate for the discomfort afterward." C) "Spinal headache is not a usual complication of epidural blocks." D) "Your doctor knows what is best for you."
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A patient has been taking donepezil (Aricept)
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