When caring for patients who have mental illnesses, a nurse's communication is: (SELECT ALL ANSWERS THAT APPLY)
A) Actively participating in listening and speaking
B) A complex activity
C) Exchanging information
D) Verbal and nonverbal
E) Aggressive
F) Advising
A, B, C, D
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a. Weak pedal pulses b. Nausea and vomiting c. Increased thirst d. Hives on the chest
An ED nurse is assessing an adult woman for a suspected MI. When planning the assessment, the nurse should be cognizant of what signs and symptoms of MI that are particularly common in female patients? Select all that apply
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A nurse is beginning to work with a local community to address rising obesity rates in pregnant women. Which of the following statements about setting goals during the planning process is correct?
A. Both long- and short-term goals must be identified. B. Only short-term goals should be identified initially. C. Goals should be formed first to help guide the community assessment. D. The goals should address negative health outcomes.
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1. An ACE inhibitor 2. A vasodilator 3. A diuretic 4. A calcium channel blocker