Where should the patient with visual impairment of the left eye have frequently used items best placed to prevent the risk of injury?
1. On the patient's left side
2. In the patient's bathroom
3. In the patient's closet
4. On the patient's right side
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The patient with visual impairment on one side benefits from having objects placed on the unaffected side and within reach. This reduces the risk of falling.
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The nurse is providing care to a client who is diagnosed with mild benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) who is experiencing urinary retention. Which goal is the most appropriate for this client?
A) The client will increase fluid intake to at least 2-3 liters daily. B) The client lists over-the-counter medications to be avoided. C) The client will voice an understanding of the importance of the use of antiembolic stockings and compression devices. D) The client will use a T-binder or scrotal support properly.
The physician orders hydromorphone (Dilaudid). You know that this drug is the drug of choice because of which of the following reasons?
1. It minimizes some of the common side effects. 2. It will not make the patient sleepy. 3. It is not strong as morphine and is less addicting. 4. It can be given transdermally.
What information should be obtained immediately on admission of a woman to the labor unit?
a. Plans for infant feeding b. Preferences for anesthesia c. Activity level of the fetus d. Date of last menstrual period
You are caring for a woman in labor who is 6 cm dilated with a reassuring FHT pattern and regular strong UCs. The fetal heart rate (FHR) should be:
A) Monitored continuously B) Monitored every 15 minutes C) Monitored every 30 minutes D) Monitored every 60 minutes