A graduate nurse attends a seminar regarding the role of the nurse as a patient advocate. Which statement by the graduate nurse indicates the need for further education?
A graduate nurse attends a seminar regarding the role of the nurse as a patient advocate. Which statement by the graduate nurse indicates the need for further education?
Correct Answer: 1
The nurse who serves as a patient advocate may assist and support the patient in decision making. The nurse cannot make decisions for the patient. The remaining answer choices are elements of being a successful patient advocate.
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A) Donepezil shortens the early stages of Alzheimer disease. B) Donepezil is a cholinesterase inhibitor and has been known to have positive effects when used in the early stage of Alzheimer disease. C) Donepezil is an anticholinergic and has been known to eradicate some of the symptoms associated with Alzheimer disease. D) Donepezil should be taken on an empty stomach.
At her first prenatal visit a client discusses how her breasts have changed since she became pregnant. What are the normal breast changes that occur during the first trimester?
a. darkening of the areola, increased size, and enlarged Montgomery's tubercles b. flattening of the nipple, decreased size, and tenderness c. lightening of the areola, tingling sensation, and colostrum leakage d. shrinking of the areola, throbbing sensation, and milk production
A woman is having her first child. She has been in labor for 15 hours. Two hours ago her vaginal examination revealed the cervix to be dilated to 5 cm and 100% effaced, and the presenting part was at station 0
Five minutes ago her vaginal examination indicated that there had been no change. What abnormal labor pattern is associated with this descrip-tion? a. Prolonged latent phase b. Protracted active phase c. Secondary arrest d. Protracted descent
A client asks the nurse to explain why a prescription for calcitriol (Calcijex) has been given when vitamin D is available without a prescription. What is the best response by the nurse?
1. "There is no difference between the two." 2. "This will allow you to buy vitamin D and pay your co-payment." 3. "You don't need to fill the prescription. You can buy the over-the-counter vitamin D." 4. "Calcitriol (Calcijex) is the active form of vitamin D, and the over-the-counter calcium is not the same."