The nurse is performing an extensive dressing change on a burn patient. The nurse explains each step as it is being performed. The nurse is acting in which role by providing explanation of each step?
A) Caregiver
B) Patient advocate
C) Decision-maker
D) Educator
Ans: D
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A. Agree with the patient that marijuana is less dangerous than other drugs. B. Ask the patient what other drugs she used before discovering she was pregnant. C. Inform the mother that the child may have withdrawal syndrome after birth. D. Tell the mother that marijuana use can affect language and cognitive development.
A patient enters the emergency department complaining of chest pain that is radiating down the left arm. The emergent treatment plan for this patient should include which nursing actions?
Select all that apply. 1. morphine intravenously and oxygen 2. aspirin 325 mg orally 3. open heart surgery 4. heparin drip at 100 units per hour 5. Foley catheter insertion
The nurse is using a sterile nail clipper to repair a client's torn nails. What is the best rationale for using the sterile nail clippers to complete the procedure?
A) Prevents the nails from snagging on clothing or bed linens B) Prevents danger of accidentally nicking the skin C) Prevents damage to the nail D) Prevents damage to the surrounding skin
A high school student is planning to volunteer at the hospital after school, so she needs to have a Mantoux test before beginning. Which of the following information should the nurse provide to the new volunteer?
a. "I will be using tiny tines to administer the TB antigen to the skin on your arm." b. "Notify the clinic immediately if you experience any redness or itching at the test site." c. "The areas should be kept dry until you return; cover it with plastic wrap when bathing." d. "You will need to return in 2 to 3 days to have any reaction interpreted."