The clinic nurse uses the acronym "PAINS" when teaching a woman about warning signs associated with her intrauterine device (IUD). Warning signs include:
Select all answers that apply:
A) Fever and/or chills
B) An inability to feel the IUD strings
C) Spotting
D) Breast tenderness
A, B
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A family physician is providing care for a 61-year-old obese male who has a history of diabetes and hypertension. Blood work has indicated that the man has a GFR of 51 mL/minute with elevated serum creatinine levels
Which of the following statements will the physician most likely provide the client in light of these results? A) "We will regularly monitor your kidney function, but most likely your kidneys will be able to compensate on their own and intervention is not required." B) "You likely have chronic kidney disease, and there may be urine in your blood until it is controlled." C) "Your chronic kidney disease has likely been caused by your diabetes and high blood pressure." D) "You're in kidney failure, and I'll be starting dialysis treatment immediately."
The nurse in a health clinic cares for a wide range of individuals. On this given morning, which of the following patients seeking care has the greatest risk for developing gallbladder disease?
A) A 45-year-old woman with two children B) A 35-year-old man who is a social drinker C) A 48-year-old obese woman with four children D) A 17-year-old girl with a high-fat diet
The nurse is assessing a client for risk factors of developing cardiovascular disease. Which statement made by the client places the client at risk?
A. "My total cholesterol has been around 180." B. "I was diagnosed with hypothyroidism about 5 years ago." C. "My doctor always tells me when I come in that my blood pressure is low." D. "I know my grandmother had diabetes, but every time it has been checked mine has been normal."
What is a necessary assumption for evaluation to occur?
A. Accrediting agencies focus on careful documentation. B. Actions have both intended and unintended results. C. Nursing care is dependent upon the reimbursement available. D. People expect professionals to document their care.