Which statement made by a male spinal cord–injured patient could be assessed as a positive adaptation to the nursing diagnosis of "Sexual dysfunction related to altered body function"?
1. "I know I will never have a sexual relationship again."
2. "I need some suggestions as to how to direct my sexual energy into gardening or painting…or just anything."
3. "Can you arrange an appointment with a sex counselor so I can begin to examine alternative methods of sexual activity?"
4. "I think that after a while I will be able to have sexual relationships just like I had before my accident."
3
Seeking help from a counselor indicates acceptance of learning alternative techniques. Op-tions 1 and 2 are defeatist remarks and are not positive. Option 4 reflects denial rather than acceptance.
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a. Certification b. Hours of work c. Education level d. Years of experience e. Attitudes and beliefs
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1) Hypovolemia 2) Hypercalcemia 3) Hyperkalemia 4) Hypervolemia
In a critical care unit, IV medications are often given to alter or maintain life-sustaining functions and
may be ordered as mg/min, mg/kg, or as titrated medications. Indicate whether the statement is true or false
As a nurse, it is preferable to use electronic medication administration records (eMARs) whenever possible because
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