A client tells the nurse that he utilizes traditional Chinese healing practices. These practices would include:
a. ayurveda.
b. herbs and acupuncture.
c. shamanism.
d. massage.
ANS: B
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After the administration of each dose of zoledronic acid (Zometa), it is most important for the nurse to determine which finding?
a. Capillary refill b. Pain relief c. Level of consciousness d. Urine output
The nurse is preparing to assess a client who reports abdominal pain of 6 on a scale of 0 to 10. In order to best facilitate the abdominal assessment, the nurse:
1. Assists the client into the knees-bent supine position. 2. First medicates the client for the pain. 3. Encourages the client to take slow, deep breaths. 4. Palpates the client's abdomen last.