A 66-year-old man with a 60 pack-year history of cigarette smoking was diagnosed with non–small cell lung cancer several months ago and has been admitted to the palliative care unit following unsuccessful surgical resection and radiation therapy
What patient teaching should the nurse prioritize when providing care for this patient?
A) Deep breathing and coughing exercises
B) Pain management techniques
C) Techniques for maintaining activities of daily living (ADLs)
D) Infection control measures
B
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A patient who had a cerebrovascular accident needs nursing care, physical therapy, and speech therapy. The patient's spouse would like to provide care at home but needs assistance
During the planning conference, the nurse should suggest that the agency that could best meet the patient's needs is a. a home health agency. b. the American Red Cross. c. the American Heart Association. d. a local wellness center.
During the first trimester, a woman can expect which of the following changes in her sexual desire?
a. An increase, because of enlarging breasts b. A decrease, because of nausea and fatigue c. No change d. An increase, because of increased levels of female hormones
Which technique should the nurse use to obtain more data about a patient's vague or ambiguous statement?
a. Laughing and smiling during conversation b. Using phrases such as "Go on," and "Then?" c. Repeating what the patient has said, but using different words d. Asking the patient to explain a point