There are several knowledge domains essential for case management. These include:
1. Legal issues involving malpractice recognition
2. Teaching, counseling, and education skills
3. Political campaigning
4. Grant and contracts
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Teaching, counseling, and education skills are an important part of case management as well as program evaluation and research.
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The family caring for an older adult in their home feels that they need assistance from a hospice service. What is necessary for hospice service to be initiated?
a. A family request b. A patient request c. Medical certification d. A referral by a hospice nurse
A group of nursing students are reviewing information about clindamycin (Cleocin). The students demonstrate understanding of this drug when they identify that it should be used with caution in clients with which of the following? Select all that apply
A) Seizure disorder B) GI disorders C) Myasthenia gravis D) Diabetes E) Hepatic impairment
A female client is prescribed phenytoin regularly for seizure control. The client, however, suffers from constipation and complains to the nurse about the problem. Which of the following diet-related advice may the nurse offer the client?
A) Decrease the intake of fluids. B) Decrease the intake of iron. C) Include soft fruit or fruit puree in the daily menu. D) Increase the intake of fats and proteins.
A patient with a history of seizures has been admitted to the hospital for a minor infection and will be going home tomorrow. The patient has been taking lamotrigine (Lamictal) and valproic acid (Depakote)
Upon assessment, the nurse notes that the patient has widespread lesions of the skin and mucous membranes and a temperature of 102.9°F, and that the patient complains of malaise. The nurse should suspect a. a hematological reaction. b. Stevens-Johnson syndrome. c. toxic levels of valproic acid (Depakote). d. toxic epidermal necrolysis.