The nurse identifies a client as having low self-esteem because the client:
a. communicates in an assertive manner. c. attends to her own needs.
b. moves briskly and stands erect. d. is indecisive and hesitant.
ANS: D
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The daughter of a hospitalized client comes to the nurse manager's office with a complaint about the care provided on the previous shift. What is the manager's first action?
1. Call the nurse from the last shift to participate in a conference call about the complaint. 2. Ask the daughter to explain what happened. 3. Tell the daughter that the last shift was understaffed and apologize for any problems that might have occurred. 4. Ask the daughter what can be done to improve the situation.
The nurse is acting as team leader for a client care conference. Which opening statement is best for this meeting?
1. "We are all here to discuss the issues with this client's discharge. What issues are we facing?" 2. "The issue with this client is the time limit for Medicare to pay has almost expired, and we aren't ready for discharge." 3. "I don't really have time for this meeting today; is there anything I can do to expedite this meeting?" 4. "I will let you all decide what might be best, as I am not really as familiar with this client as I should be."
What instruction should a nurse provide to a patient who has been diagnosed with stress incontinence?
a. "Restrict fluid intake to less than 1000 mL/day." b. "Avoid fluids such as tea, coffee, and co-la." c. "Delay voiding until you feel the urge to void." d. "Void no more often than every 4 hours."
The nurse is providing care to several pediatric clients in the hospital setting. Which client diagnosis is capable of producing chronic limitations for the child?
1. Pneumonia from the bacillus Haemophilus influenzae 2. Respiratory syncytial virus 3. Streptococcus pneumoniae, a gram-positive diplococcus 4. Congenital heart defect