A patient who has had gallbladder surgery finds that in the postoperative period she is bothered by an excess of intestinal gas, producing flatus and bloating. Which of the following would be an appropriate medication for this symptom?
A. syrup of ipecac
B. chenodiol
C. simethicone
D. disulfiram
C. simethicone
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A client asks the nurse to teach her some ways to hold her baby when she breast-feeds since the baby is not latching on appropriately. The client is frustrated and appears snappy to the nurse
The nurse replies that she will have to come back in 10 minutes and will bring some information that will be helpful to the client. In 10 minutes, the nurse returns with a booklet and some materials to teach the client. The client appears more relaxed and is able to listen to the suggestions that the nurse makes. What major communication concept involves the feelings of self-worth that come with a successful teaching-learning process? A) Mutuality B) Respect C) Genuineness D) Empathy
A pediatric nurse is working in a community health clinic and seeing a 6-year-old boy. What is the most appropriate way to address this child and his parents?
A) Call the child by his legal name and refer to the parents as Mr. and Mrs. B) Call the child by his first name and ask the parents how they prefer to be addressed C) Call the child by his first name and refer to the parents as Mr. and Mrs. D) Call the child by his full name and refer to the parents as "mom" and "dad"
Nurse managers play an integral role in the adoption of the hospital's information system. There are three levels of competency in this leadership role. What functions can be observed in the innovator level nurse manager? Select all that apply
a. Stress importance of the ergonomic work station importance. b. Develop and design programs to be used c. Implement initiatives related to practice d. Protect the patient's rights to confidentiality e. Use research in managing the system
A client was involved in an accident that has impaired hearing and vision. The client is a writer and the client's condition has affected hopes and self-esteem. How can the nurse help this client regain self-esteem?
1 . Encourage dependence from family members 2 . Reward progress 3 . Allow family members to assist the client with self-care needs 4 . Observe the client for symptoms of repression and depression A) 1, 2 B) 1, 3 C) 2, 3 D) 2, 4