After collecting all of the data regarding a patient, the nurse begins to group the information into smaller groups. This activity is considered:
a. Care planning c. Data clustering
b. Outcome planning d. Data verification
C
After data collection is completed and information is validated, the nurse organizes or clusters the information together in order to identify areas of strength and weakness. This process is known as data clustering.
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a. doing 10 pushups before bed to encourage a "pleasant tiredness." b. seldom eating a bedtime snack. c. engaging in computer games as a pre-bed activity. d. limiting the afternoon nap to just 30 minutes.
A client is prescribed metronidazole (Flagyl) for trichomoniasis. The nurse's instructions to the client should include:
1. "Both partners must be treated with the medication.". 2. "Alcohol does not need to be avoided while taking this medication.". 3. "It will turn your urine orange.". 4. "This medication could produce drowsiness.".