The nurse is reviewing the laboratory results of a client who is being observed for possible myocardial infarction. Which laboratory result would be most important for the nurse to discuss with the physician?
A)
High normal potassium
B)
Decreased creatine kinase
C)
Increased hemoglobin
D)
Increased troponin
D
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A couple is trying to cope with an infertility problem. They want to know what they can do to preserve their emotional equilibrium. The nurse's most appropriate response is
a. "Tell your friends and family so that they can help you." b. "Talk only to other friends who are infertile, because only they can help." c. "Get involved with a support group. I'll give you some names." d. "Start adoption proceedings immediately, because obtaining an infant is very difficult."
Why are nurses increasingly providing care in clients' homes rather than in hospitals? (Select all that apply.)
a. Home care is less expensive. b. It is much more efficient to give care in the home. c. Nurses prefer to give home care with individual attention. d. People prefer to receive care in their homes rather than in hospitals.
A hospice is
a. A skilled nursing facility b. A home health care agency c. A health care program for persons who present dangers to themselves or others d. A health care agency or program for per-sons who are dying
When attempting to locate recent lab results, the student notices that each department has a separate section in the client's chart. This type of documentation system is called which of the following?
1. Source-oriented record 2. Problem-oriented record 3. Case management 4. Focus charting