A female client's breast biopsy indicates the presence of malignant cells, and a mastectomy is performed. Which nursing diagnosis would probably have the most significance for the client in relation to her surgery?
A) Risk for deficient fluid balance C) Disturbed body image
B) Activity intolerance D) Impaired urinary elimination
C
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Using the "rule of nines," calculate the percent of injury in an adult who was injured as follows: the patient sustained partial and full-thickness burns to half of his left arm, his entire left leg, and his perineum
a. 28% c. 45.5% b. 23.5% d. 16%
The following situations are all examples of unprofessional and disrespectful communication EXCEPT
A. The physician rolling her eyes at a nurse asking a question about a patient's lab results B. The student nurse laughing when a classmate makes a mistake during a simulated catheterization C. The nurse asking for help from a colleague when completing a new task D. The nurse manager telling a staff nurse to develop a thick skin when she complains about a doctor who yelled at her
A nurse is providing range-of-motion exercises for an immobilized patient. Which of the following accurately describes a recommended guideline when using this skill? Select all that apply
A) Perform the exercises quickly with as much force as tolerated by the patient. B) Repeat each exercise five to ten times, moving each joint in a smooth and rhythmic manner. C) While performing the exercises, begin at the head and move down one side of the body at a time. D) Encourage the patient to do as many of these exercises by himself or herself as possible. E) Stand on the opposite side of the bed where the joints are to be exercised. F) Lower the side rail and uncover only the limb to be used during the exercise.
Which of the following has identified "evidence-based strategies" to assist with evaluation of progress towards achievement of Healthy People 2010 goals and objectives?
1. Information Access Project 2. PubMed 3. National Library of Medicine 4. Public Health Foundation