When planning care for the client with a dissociative disorder, the nurse would include interventions addressing the issue that the client's use of defense mechanisms may be difficult to avoid because of:
A) Poor communication.
B) Secondary gain.
C) Unpredictable behaviors.
D) Predictable behaviors.
B
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The nurse is caring for a homeless client brought to the emergency department with possible hypothermia. The nurse places the pulse oximeter probe on the client's finger and gets a reading of 38%
The client's respiratory rate is 22 breaths per minute, breath sounds are clear and equal, color is pale pink, and the client denies any history of respiratory distress. Which is the priority action by the nurse? 1. Apply oxygen 2. Call the health care provider 3. Call the rapid response team 4. Move the pulse oximetry sensor to the ear or nose
In comparison to other types of fractures, a client who has sustained a compound fracture stands a greater chance of developing which complication?
a. compartment syndrome c. infection b. fat embolism d. nonunion
Which of the following is an example of a theory from a physiological background that is used by nurses as a framework for nursing studies?
a. Gate control theory of pain b. Health promotion model c. Social cognitive theory d. Theory of coping
The nurse is providing follow-up education to a client just diagnosed with vaginal herpes. What statement by the client verifies correct knowledge about vaginal herpes?
1. "I should douche daily to prevent infection." 2. "I could have another breakout during my period." 3. "I am more likely to develop cancer of the cervix." 4. "I should use sodium bicarbonate on the lesions to relieve discomfort."