A child returns from spinal-fusion surgery. Which item is the priority assessment for this child?
1. Increased intracranial pressure
2. Seizure activity
3. Impaired pupillary response during neurological checks
4. Impaired color, sensitivity, and movement to lower extremities
Correct Answer: 4
Rationale: When the spinal column is manipulated, there is a risk for impaired color, sensitivity, and movement to lower extremities. The other signs are neurological impairment and are not high risk with spinal surgery.
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An important goal for pediatric nurses in the office or health care setting is:
1. Develop a positive relationship with the child and family. 2. Tell the family immediately what's wrong with the child. 3. Tell the family "Everything will be okay." 4. Develop a plan of care with the physician for the family.
The nurse is admitting a client to a rehabilitation facility after surgery for a hip replacement. The nurse observes the client as appearing depressed
The client denies depression, but states that she is concerned about returning to her regular activities, including walking for exercise, because she is so tired. The nurse understands that :(Select all that apply) Standard Text: Select all that apply. 1. This client has unrealistic goals 2. Stress may be affecting this client's mobility 3. Walking will tire the client 4. The client is at increased risk of disease due to immobility 5. This client is at risk for affective disorder
A nursing manager would like to see the nurses on that unit increase their commitment to patient advocacy. Which action by the manager would best meet this goal?
a. Bring a political activist to the unit for motivational speeches. b. Lobby for patient and family rights bills to pass state legislation. c. Organize a political drive for state coverage of all standard vaccinations. d. Schedule a walk-a-thon for donations to pay for medications.
You demonstrate ____________________ by being dependable, accurate, and respectful of others.
Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).