During a physical assessment of the neurologic system, the nurse checks the patient's __________, which is built into the nervous system and does not need the intervention of con-scious thought to take place
Fill in the blanks with correct word
reflex
A reflex is an automatic response (an action or movement) that is built into the nervous system and does not need the intervention of conscious thought to take place. (The knee jerk is an ex-ample of the simplest type of reflex.)
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When a child's ureter becomes completely obstructed from scarring, the nurse explains that urinary diversion may be necessary to prevent the reflux back into the renal pelvis from causing ____________________
ANS:
Which of the following group of terms best defines spiritual distress?
A) spirituality, religion C) faith, prayer B) alienation, despair D) forgiveness, purpose
The nurse is providing care to a preschool-age client who was admitted to the medical–surgical unit after an acute asthma attack. Which interventions foster a family-centered focus to client care?
1. Discussing rooming in with the parents of the client 2. Allowing the client to "cry it out" after the parents leave for the evening 3. Providing comfort items from home, such as a blanket 4. Maintaining strict visitation for the family 5. Discussing what to expect during the hospital stay
Important observation(s) that should be recorded and reported relating to patient's bowel elimination are
A) change in the color of stool. B) constipation or diarrhea. C) complaints of pain related to bowel movement. D) all of the above