As a nurse is preparing a patient for a colonoscopy, the patient states that she is nervous about the procedure but knows it will help her physician diagnose her problem. Which coping strategy should the nurse recognize the patient is using?
a. Internal family coping by interpreting events in a positive manner
b. Internal family coping by relieving anxiety and tension with humor
c. External family coping by seeking social support
d. External family coping by depersonalizing the procedure
A
Coping strategies include interpreting the events in a positive way.
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A. She is at risk for development of manic episodes. B. She is at risk for recurrence of depression after the birth of the baby. C. She is more likely to have an autistic child. D. She has no higher risk for emotional problems than other patients.
The nurse instructs a patient receiving home O2 therapy to drink plenty of fluids to help keep bronchial secretions liquefied. What is the recommended fluid?
a. Milk b. Water c. Tea with artificial sweetener d. Coffee
In a qualitative research article, the thematic analysis of the data would be presented in which section?
A) Introduction B) Method section C) Results section D) Discussion section
The nurse is developing objectives for a charter group of nurses from a national association
Which characteristics best describe the semiformal level of formality the nurse can expect when working with this type of group? A) The structure is formal, with voluntary, selective membership and structured activities during meeting times. B) The structure is formal, with structured activities, leadership selection from above, and easily recognized basic objectives. C) The structure is informal, with voluntary, selective membership and negotiable day-to-day operating standards. D) The structure is informal, with superimposed rules and managers who are symbols of authority.