Bathing causes some patients with Alzheimer's disease to become very upset.
Answer the following statement true (T) or false (F)
True
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The nurse performs daily, routine equipment checks to detect possible malfunction. Which core competency is the nurse demonstrating with this action?
1. Providing agency-centered care 2. Working on an interdisciplinary team 3. Using information technology 4. Applying quality improvement principles
A 69-year-old patient asks the nurse what the difference is between osteoarthritis (OA) and rheumatoid arthritis (RA). Which of the following is the best response by the nurse?
A) "OA is a noninflammatory joint disease. RA is characterized by inflamed, swollen joints. B) "OA and RA are very similar. OA affects the smaller joints, and RA affects the larger, weight-bearing joints." C) "OA affects joints on both sides of the body. RA is usually unilateral." D) "OA is more common in women. RA is more common in men."
A sexually active high school student is asking about contraceptive devices. The nurse knows that the student understands the information when she states which of the following? Select all that apply
a. "Condoms are a foolproof method of preventing STIs and HIV/AIDS." b. "Oral sex does not put me at risk for STIs, so condoms are not needed." c. "STIs are major health consequences associated with sexual activity, and especially with unprotected sexual activity." d. "Consistent and effective use of condoms can help prevent pregnancy."
Which monitoring technique should be avoided by the nurse providing care to a client with an unrepaired abdominal aortic aneurysm?
A. Measurement of abdominal girth B. Observation of abdominal wall movement C. Auscultation of any area of the abdomen D. Palpation of the abdominal midline area