Restraints may be used whenever you think they are needed
True
False
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The new mother is 1 day postpartum and asks about bathing. The nurse provides her with information and recognizes the responsibility to:
a. tell her to take a tub bath to prevent injury. b. encourage a sponge bath for 3 days. c. let the patient shower and check on her frequently. d. suggest she use hot water to get really clean.
The nurse teaches an older patient with type 2 diabetes mellitus how to manage their diabetes when becoming acutely ill with a cold or other infection. Which statements indicate that instruction has been effective? Select all that apply.
1. "I should call the doctor if I have severe diarrhea." 2. "My blood glucose levels will not change when I'm ill." 3. "I should change my oral meds to insulin if I'm vomiting." 4. "A large amount of ketones in my urine is to be expected." 5. "I should not take my medication if I can't eat and call the doctor."
A client who is grossly overweight tells the nurse "I just can't lose a bunch of weight to prevent a disease I might not get." The best response by the nurse takes into consideration that
a. even a small weight loss is beneficial. b. even overweight, women do not get coronary heart disease at high rates. c. obesity is not one of the major risk factors for coronary heart disease. d. the client really does need to lose substantial weight.
A mother inquires about health insurance while visiting your clinic. She states that her income is too high for her to be eligible for Medicare, but too low to afford health insurance
You explain that she may be eligible to receive assistance from the: a. The Division of Maternal and Child Health b. The Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act c. WIC d. The State Children's Health Insurance Program