Explain why you should encourage the patient to assist in his own care as much as possible.
What will be an ideal response?
By assisting with self-care, the patient feels that he still has a degree of control over his life.
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A. Causes bones that don't usually make blood cells to create them B. Results in white blood cells being able to live longer C. Stimulates bone marrow to make more red blood cells D. Stimulates bone marrow to make more white blood cells
The nurse is assessing access to health care for a family who lives in a rural area of the state
The family's youngest child is diagnosed with type 1 diabetes mellitus. Which geographic factor may impact their ability to seek appropriate care for their child? 1. Location. 2. Health insurance. 3. Work schedule. 4. Level of education.
A patient with type 2 diabetes is prescribed nateglinide (Starlix). Which statement indicates that the patient has a correct understanding of this therapy?
a. "I will try not to chew or break this tablet." b. "For best results, I need to take this drug right before I eat." c. "If this drug causes nausea, I will take it just before I go to bed." d. "If I miss a meal, I will take this drug anyway at its regularly scheduled time."
A patient in labor has a doula to coach through breathing techniques and guided imagery. What are the advantages of having a doula during the birthing process? (Select all that apply.)
A) Improved coping ability B) Fewer obstetrical interventions C) Lower rate of cesarean delivery D) Fewer requests for pain medication E) Improved success with breast-feeding