The nurse caring for a client whose last menstrual period was four weeks ago would anticipate the use of which of the following tests to positively confirm a pregnancy?
A) Doppler auscultation of fetal heart tones B) pelvic x-ray C) abdominal ultrasound D) transvaginal ultrasound
D
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Which of the following contribute to kidney shrinkage and a decrease in glomerular filtration rates? Select all that apply
a. Glomerular degeneration b. Thickening of glomerular and tubular basement membranes c. Decreased length of proximal and distal tubes d. Enhanced ability to dilute e. Increased urine concentration f. Decreased renal blood flow
Which action is most appropriate when performing ear irrigation to remove excess wax? The nurse should
a. keep the client's head in an upright position. b. occlude the ear canal completely with the syringe. c. spray the external ear with an antiseptic solution. d. use an irrigation solution that is at body temperature.
A client has reported to the emergency department with complaints of abdominal pain. After undergoing a series of tests, the client has been diagnosed with pelvic inflammatory disease
The client becomes tearful and asks if this disease will make her unable to have children later. What response by the nurse is indicated? 1. "This disease is associated with infertility, but it is too early to know.". 2. "Yes, this disease will likely cause you to be infertile.". 3. "You have nothing to worry about since you are getting treatment now.". 4. "The underlying cause of the pelvic inflammatory disease will be the greatest determinant of your potential infertility.".
A nursing instructor is teaching about the application of Peplau's theory to nursing care. Which student statement indicates that learning has occurred?
A. "The nurse assumes the role of a parenting figure, instructing the client in good health practices." B. "The nurse is concerned more about psychosocial functioning than physiological functioning." C. "The nurse bases the client care plan on standardized nursing approaches and physician orders." D. "The nurse applies principles of human relations to the problems that arise at all levels of experience."