When working with a patient on the behavioral unit, a mental health nurse notes that the patient does not demonstrate an understanding of own actions or the results of those actions
Practicing Peplau's theory, the nurse sees what as a basis for therapeutic interaction with this client?
A) Stages of developmental growth
B) Levels of psychosocial growth
C) Stages of interpersonal growth
D) Levels of interactive growth
A
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What action by the nurse is best? A. Administer epinephrine (Adrenalin). B. Contact the provider. C. Document the findings. D. Give a rapid fluid bolus.
A nurse provides care for a number of older adult residents of a long-term care facility. Which of the following events from the last shift is most deserving of further assessment and possible interventions?
A) An 83-year-old female client complains of the glare of the fluorescent lights off the floor of the facility. B) A 79-year-old male client displays unprecedented forgetfulness. C) A 91-year-old male client who has been newly admitted displays balance problems when ambulating. D) A 90-year-old long-term resident displays decreased motor strength.
The nurse assesses peripheral perfusion. Which does the nurse find in a client with arterial insufficiency?
1. Edema 2. Warm skin 3. Palpable pulses 4. Pain with exercise
The nurse is caring for a patient with a peptic ulcer. The patient also has a history of chronic bronchitis, diabetes, and arthritis. Which component of the patient's history is the most likely contributing factor to the patient's ulcer?
a. The patient requires insulin to manage his diabetes. b. The patient uses a daily inhaler to decrease incidence of asthma attacks. c. The patient takes ibuprofen daily for arth-ritis pain. d. The patient takes a multivitamin daily.