The nurse is caring for a patient who has been placed in respiratory isolation. The nurse understands that the patient is at risk for:
A) Sensory overload
B) Sensory deprivation
C) Sensoristasis
D) Sensory perception
Ans: B
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a. has had a heart attack. b. is at increased risk of sudden cardiac death. c. has no heart disease. d. has no need for an electrophysiology study.
A nurse is planning care for a child diagnosed with gender dysphoria. Which of the following nursing diagnoses could potentially document this client's problems? (Select all that apply.)
1. Low self-esteem R/T rejection by peers 2. Self-care deficit R/T isolative behaviors 3. Disturbed personal identity R/T parenting patterns 4. Impaired social interactions R/T socially unacceptable behaviors 5. Activity intolerance R/T fatigue
A nurse is caring for a dying male client who belongs to an organized religious group. How can the nurse best help the client to draw strength from his religious faith?
A) Limit visitors to immediate family during prayer sessions. B) Arrange for individuals from the client's religious group to pray with the client. C) Have the hospital chaplain visit with the client each day. D) Find out what religious materials would be of help to the client.
The nurse is caring for a confused patient who requires bladder training. Which component of the bladder training program can the nurse safely delegate to the nursing assistant?
a. Teaching the patient about a voiding diary b. Creating a schedule for voiding c. Creating a schedule for fluids d. Recording instances of linen changes and fluids offered