In a client with thalassemia, what is the role of the nurse during a transfusion?
A) To closely monitor the rate of administration
B) To administer vitamin B12 injections
C) To instruct the client to rest immediately if chest pain develops
D) To assess for enlargement and tenderness over the liver and spleen
A
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While reviewing therapeutic communication techniques, a nursing student made a list of "things not to do or say to a client." Which of the following comments should be on the student's list?
1. "How do you feel about being discharged today?" 2. "What happened when you quit taking your medications?" 3. "What are your concerns about your living situation?" 4. "Why do you think you will never get well?"
During transport to the operating room for mitral valve replacement, a patient with a signed consent form says that she does not want to go through with the surgery and asks to be returned to her room. The best response from the nurse is:
a. "The operating room is prepared; let's not keep the surgeon waiting." b. "You have the right to cancel surgery, but it could be weeks before you are rescheduled." c. "You sound frightened; tell me what you are thinking." d. "Your preoperative medications will have you feeling more relaxed in a minute; it will be OK."
What did Gellerman state about most managers in organizations?
A) Undermanage subordinates B) Make responsibilities too broad C) Stretch employees too much D) Fail to give employees any decision-making power
When providing information regarding age-related visual problems, the nurse recog-nizes that the target population is: Select all that apply
a. A victim of eye trauma b. Economically disadvantaged c. African-American d. More likely male e. 65 years of age and older