The nurse caring for a client with terminal illness observes that the client is unresponsive and in the final detachment stage of dying. What should the nursing care be directed at?
A) Emotional needs
B) Physical needs
C) Spiritual needs
D) Social needs
B
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E-mail etiquette has specific guidelines and preference especially in the workplace. Which of the following are correct tips for communicating via e-mail? Select all that apply
a. be brief and reply sparingly as appropriate b. reply immediately to an angry message c. use good judgment as e-mail may not be private d. use clear subject lines e. do not forward e-mail messages from others without their permission f. use capital letters generously for emphasis
A client is admitted with complaints of lower extremity edema and occasional shortness of breath. Which electrocardiogram finding supports that the client is at risk for an alteration in perfusion?
A) P wave smooth and round B) Absent U wave C) PR interval 0.30 seconds D) ST segment isoelectric
A nurse working on a medical-surgical unit wants to ensure care is provided within the standard of nursing care. Which actions by the nurse are appropriate? Select all that apply
A) Analyze the position description. B) Review and become familiar with the policy and procedure manual. C) Question the value of collaborating with other disciplines. D) Ensure the nursing process steps are practiced. E) Adhere to national standards of practice and care.
The nurse is developing a plan of care for a child admitted with a diagnosis of Kawasaki disease. In developing the initial plan of care, the nurse includes to monitor the child for signs of:
1. Bleeding 2. Failure to thrive 3. Congestive heart failure (CHF) 4. Decreased tolerance to stimulation