A home health nurse is visiting a 40-year-old man who has had abdominal surgery. He is unable to change his dressing because of obesity. The nurse is to instruct his wife on the sterile dressing technique
During the visit, the nurse notes that the wife has limited abilities due to mental disabilities. One assessment to determine the wife's literacy would be
A) To assess her motivation to provide care
B) To assess her educational records
C) To assess her manner of speech
D) To assess her reading with WRAT
Ans: D
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A. Return in 1 month for the next shot. B. Return in 2 months for the next shot. C. Return in 6 months for the next shot. D. Return in 1 year for the next shot.
A patient is admitted to the critical care unit after sustaining a head injury. Based on the injury, it is determined that there is a decrease in antidiuretic hormone (ADH). The major role of antidiuretic hormone is to regulate
a. blood pressure. c. potassium. b. fluid balance. d. homeostasis.
The nurse is providing care for a client who experienced several fractures as a result of spousal abuse. Which intervention is the most appropriate to include when planning care for the client?
A) Assist the client to devise a safety or escape plan. B) Encourage the client to take charge of the situation. C) Offer to contact outpatient services if the client promises not to return home after discharge. D) Make it clear to the spouse that the couple needs to see a therapist.
Ulnar deviation and swan neck deformities are characteristic of:
a. rheumatoid arthritis. b. osteoarthritis. c. osteoporosis. d. congenital defects.