You are assisting with urinary elimination needs. You do which of the following?
a. Open the person's door so that you can hear him.
b. Decide what times you will take the per-son to the toilet for the day.
c. Place the call light and toilet tissue within reach.
d. Stay with the person in case the person needs you.
C
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a. Thrombophlebitis b. Stroke c. Pulmonary embolism d. Myocardial infarction e. Cardiac tamponade
Which of the following represents a typical progression through the phases of a woman's establishing a relationship with the fetus?
1. Accepts fetus as distinct from herself—accepts biologic fact of pregnan-cy—feeling of caring and responsibility 2. Fantasies about child's sex and personality—views child as part of her-self—introspective 3. Views child as part of herself—feelings of well-being—accepts biologic fact of pregnancy 4. "I am pregnant"—"I am going to have a baby"—"I am going to be a mother"
How should a graduate nurse prepare for NCLEX?
A) Give yourself periodic rewards, such as alternating study of favorite topics with least favorite ones. B) Avoid distractions in the work area by clearing your desk of unneeded papers and books. C) Include easy Internet access to allow e-mailing questions to friends about topics of uncertainty. D) Shorten preparation for the test by eliminating recreational activities from one's schedule.
An older patient who is preparing for surgery wants to wear glasses and keep a hearing aid in place until receiving anesthesia. Which nursing response demonstrates accurate therapeutic communication?
A. "The policies in the surgery unit will not allow it." B. "You cannot keep those in." C. "Certainly, you can keep them for that time." D. "I will contact the surgery department to discuss your requests."