A patient who is of Greek Orthodox heritage is a new widow. What will the patient do after the death of her spouse?
A. Wear black and remain in mourning for the remainder of her life.
B. Hire a professional mourner to cry for the deceased.
C. Wash the body and prepare it for the wake.
D. Pray the Rosary aloud as part of the burial ritual.
Answer: A
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1. Place the client in a recumbent position to facilitate inspiration. 2. Administer oxygen via mask per order. 3. Assess the client's coping mechanisms. 4. Administer antibiotics as ordered.
A postpartum client with a difficult vaginal delivery 36 hours ago tells the nurse that she has not felt the need to void much since delivery. The nurse would respond with which of the following statements?
1. "The inside of your bladder is most likely swollen, which makes you feel like you don't have to urinate.". 2. "You must be overdoing it with your activity level so soon after delivery.". 3. "I will need to catheterize you.". 4. "Your uterus must not be enlarged any longer.".
Psychologic and spiritual interventions have the power to engage a patient's (Select all that apply.)
a. hope. b. fear. c. will to survive. d. energy. e. ability to meet life's challenges.
A nurse is caring for a confused and frail patient. Which interventions will best minimize the patient's risk of injury related to the geriatric triad? (Select all that apply.)
a. Respond to the patient's call bell promptly. b. Ensure the bed alarm is on at all times. c. Remain with the patient when eating. d. Assess elimination needs every 2 hours while the patient is awake. e. Offer the patient fluids during each visit.