These statements are about using commodes. Which is correct?
a. Wheels are unlocked after the commode is positioned over the toilet.
b. Commodes are always used in the bath-room.
c. The person needs to wear soft socks to the commode.
d. The person is assisted with hand washing after using the commode.
D
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1. "I'm glad we discussed this. We'll excuse him from the activity groups." 2. "The groups benefit your father by providing social interaction, sensory stimulation, and reality orientation." 3. "The groups are optional. Only clients at high functioning levels would benefit." 4. "If your father doesn't go to these activity groups, he will be at high risk for developing cognitive problems."
A client is being assessed for pilonidal sinus. Which of the following symptoms will the nurse identify as a unique characteristic of this condition?
A) Pain and swelling in the perianal area B) Purulent drainage from the gluteal fold C) Dilated pits of the hair follicles in the cleft D) Abdominal pain and fever
The adult client is visiting the outpatient clinic. The client states, "I have sores in my mouth and on my lips.". The nurse notes the presence of crusted lesions on the lips and inside the client's mouth along the cheek
The client states that the lesions do not itch. These findings are most consistent with the development of which of the following conditions? 1. Chickenpox 2. Contact dermatitis 3. Herpes simplex 4. Psoriasis
A terminally ill client realizes that death is near and dwells on past losses. Which stage of dying is the client going through?
A) Denial and isolation B) Anger and rage C) Reactive depression D) Preparatory depression