A newly pregnant client tells the nurse she takes daily herbal supplements. Which initial action should the nurse take?
A. Advise the client that the supplements may interfere with the prenatal
B. Instruct the client to discuss the herbal supplementation with the healthcare provider.
C. Instruct the client to stop taking the supplements.
D. Ask the client why she is taking supplements.
Answer: C
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During a staff meeting, the unit manager discusses changing the way change-of-shift report is given, and asks for opinions about written report. One of the nurses correctly says written report works best in what situation?
1. Long-term care facilities 2. Day treatment centers 3. Intermediate care units 4. Specialty areas
Which of the following observations is helpful in determining a client's mood? Select all that apply
A) Client appearance B) Body language C) Speech D) Energy level E) Work history
Which of the following may be true of an unwed pregnant adolescent?
A. She may not understand how she got pregnant. B. She will substitute her previous role of daughter for the role of mother. C. She should have no difficulty forming intimate relationships in the future. D. She will quickly establish her independence so that she will be able to care for the baby.
The toddler refuses to take his oral medication. What is the best suggestion to the mother from the nurse for ensuring the toddler receives his medication?
1. "Tell him you will buy him a toy if he takes the medication." 2. "Crush the tablet and mix it with a small amount of jam." 3. "Crush the tablet and mix it with milk." 4. "Tell him he will be punished if he does not take the medicine."