The nurse is caring for an adolescent who is presenting in the doctor's office for follow-up evaluation after choosing to have an abortion. The teen states that she believes that abortion was the best option for her
The nurse's priority action for this client is to: A) help the teen express her feelings of grief and loss. B) teach the teen about contraceptives. C) encourage the teen to forget the experience and move on with her life. D) instruct the teen about the risks of repeated abortions.
A
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A very anxious young man comes to the clinic believing that he may have HIV infection because of his persistent influenza-like symptoms and his risky sexual behavior. What should the nurse anticipate that a positive blood analysis would show?
a. High levels of CD8 cells b. High levels of HIV-infected cells c. Low levels of T cells d. Low levels of antibodies
The nurse prepares to administer a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug to the patient with postoperative knee pain
Which of the following pharmacological properties is not characteristic of NSAIDs and does not require consideration by the nurse? 1. NSAIDs inhibit the formation of prostaglandins. 2. NSAIDs prevent bradykinin manufacture. 3. NSAIDs exert peripheral and central nervous system effects. 4. NSAIDs bind with opioid receptors throughout the nervous system.
Following a nurse's explanation of why a warm pack should be applied to an infected hang nail, a patient demonstrates understanding by stating:
1. "Heat to the area causes the blood vessels to constrict, concentrating the white blood cells needed to fight infection." 2. "If I apply moist heat to the area, it will decrease the metabolism of the germs that are trying to multiply." 3. "Applying heat will decrease the blood flow and as a result will increase my body's ability to fight infection." 4. "My body's ability to fight off infection will be enhanced by allowing more white blood cells to get to the wound."
The nurse completes a family assessment on George and Mary Lykins and determines the family is in the developmental stage of aging family. Nursing interventions that will be appropriate for the Lykins include
A) counseling that will rebuild the couple's marital relationship. B) teaching regarding how to deal with the empty nest syndrome. C) providing information on options in the community for alternative living options. D) consultation that assists the couple to balance freedom and responsibility of adult children.