The nurse is caring for a client newly diagnosed with gastric cancer. The physician has explained to the client that the cancer was caught early and has not metastasized. The nurse prepares the client for:
1. Barium enema.
2. Surgery.
3. Barium swallow.
4. CT scan.
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Rationale: The client with early diagnosis of gastric cancer will be prepared for surgical removal of the tumor. Testing was done prior to diagnosis, and had to have been completed if the physician knows it has not metastasized.
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The nurse is reviewing the importance of preventative health care with a patient who has a disability
The patient states that she will not have the money to pay for her annual gynecologic exams or mammograms due to the cost of this hospitalization. What information would be appropriate for the nurse to share with the patient? A) "Limited finances are a common problem for patients with a disability. Since you were hospitalized this year, you can likely forego the gynecologic exam and mammogram." B) "These are very important health preventative measures, so you will need to borrow the money to pay for the exam and mammogram." C) "I'll look into federal assistance programs that provide financial assistance for health-related expenses for people with disabling conditions." D) "These preventative measures should likely be tax deductible, so you should consult with your accountant and then make your appointments."
Informed consent is a client's legal right to:
1. have consultation, education, case review, and mediation when conflicts arise between the health care facility and the client. 2. receive adequate and accurate information about his or her medical condition and treatment. 3. influence health care institutional policy and procedures. 4. address his or her ethical decision-making dilemmas.
The nurse is reviewing a patient's understanding of dietary choices that will help reduce high triglyceride and cholesterol levels. Which statement by the patient indicates an understanding of the best options to be included in the diet?
A) "I plan to use more sunflower oil in my diet selections." B) "Coconut oil has shown to be a good choice for people hoping to reduce cholesterol levels." C) "I am using palm oil in most of my cooking right now." D) "Palm kernel oil is a smart choice because it is one of the oils lowest in triglyceride and cholesterol."
A client states to the nurse during a sleep assessment that it takes her more than 30 minutes to fall asleep. The client states it increases her anxiety. This is considered
A) Sleeplessness B) Sleep anxiety C) Sleep disturbance D) Sleep latency