A nurse has been assigned a new client who cannot speak English. To ensure that the client receives accurate information, the nurse should:
A)
Have a member of the housekeeping staff who speaks the same language translate.
B)
Make sure a family member who does speak English is available.
C)
Use the translation services supplied by the hospital.
D)
Conduct the interview using hand gestures.
C
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a. low c. high b. borderline d. not enough informa-tion to determine
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1. Providing for all needs and cares of the nurse's clients 2. Ensuring that a zone of professionalism is present between the nurse and client 3. Allowing the clients to have choices, as appropriate, in their care 4. Selecting games and activities that are age appropriate for the clients
The nurse screening patients who complain of erectile dysfunction is aware that many drugs cause this problem, such as _____________________. (Select all that apply.)
a. digitalis. b. pancreatic enzyme replacement. c. antihistamines. d. antiparkinson drugs. e. antidepressants.