The nurse manager is identifying actions to improve the quality of sleep for patients on the care area. Which extrinsic factor should be identified as affecting sleep?
A. Rumination
B. Disease process
C. Emotional state
D. Noise
Answer: D
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You are the case manager who oversees the multidisciplinary care of several patients living with chronic conditions. Two of your patients are living with spina bifida. You recognize that the center of care for these two patients typically exists where?
A) In the hospital B) In the physician's office C) In the home D) In the rehabilitation facility
An older adult client with a history of congestive heart failure (CHF) has a low-grade fever. Which action by the nurse is appropriate?
A) Provide warm blankets. B) Restrict fluids. C) Encourage getting out of bed to ambulate. D) Notify the healthcare provider.
The patient shows the necessary defining characteristics, and the nurse has diagnosed Decisional Conflict related to unclear personal values and beliefs. What essential action should the nurse take to help ensure the accuracy of this diagnosis?
1) Ask a more experienced nurse to confirm it. 2) Have a social worker interview the patient. 3) Ask the patient to confirm the diagnosis. 4) Read about Decisional Conflict in the NANDA handbook.
Which food item should the HF patient avoid?
A. Chips B. Fruits C. Vegetables D. Grilled chicken & fries E. Canned beans F. Bread