A nurse is preparing a teaching plan for a client with diabetes mellitus regarding proper foot care. Which instruction is included in this plan?
A) Soak feet in hot water.
B) Avoid using mild soap on the feet.
C) Apply a moisturizing lotion to dry feet but not between the toes.
D) Always have a podiatrist cut your toenails; never cut them yourself.
C
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The nurse is checking the Healthcare Integrity and Protection Data Bank (HIPDB) for documentation about a health care provider. This data bank was established:
a. to protect nurses against malpractice suits. b. to improve the quality of health care by restricting the practice of health care providers who are incompetent. c. to provide a national database of registered nurses who are active in practice. d. to determine the standards by which registered nurses may practice when working across state lines.
The Quality and Safety Education in Nursing (QSEN) project developed competencies based on work completed by:
a. HRSA. b. TIGER. c. IOM. d. AMIA 10x10.
A patient is receiving instructions regarding the use of caffeine. The nurse shares that caffeine should be used with caution if which of these conditions is present?
a. A history of peptic ulcers b. Migraine headaches c. Asthma d. A history of kidney stones
Which side effect occurs when a patient is prescribed a DHT Inhibitor?
a. Dizziness b. Back pain c. Reduced fertility d. Stuffy nose