A nurse working in a nursing home can best foster self-esteem in clients by:
A) Allowing them to remain in their rooms as much as they desire, instead of encouraging them to attend activities.
B) Administering medications as ordered.
C) Providing a sense of control and mastery over their environment, such as allowing them to choose their outfits.
D) Teaching them about self-esteem.
C
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The sibling of a pediatric client diagnosed with leukemia expresses feelings of anger and guilt to the nurse. Which explanation should the nurse provide to the client's parents regarding the reaction of the sibling?
1. Abnormal; the sibling should be referred to a psychologist. 2. Unexpected; the cancer is easily treated. 3. Unusual; the illness does not affect the sibling. 4. Normal; the sibling is affected, too, and anger and guilt are expected feelings.
To promote comfort after a colonoscopy, in what position does the nurse place the client?
a. Left lateral b. Prone c. Right lateral d. Supine
A nurse is caring for a client with a fractured arm. As part of hair care, what should the nurse do to increase circulation and distribution of sebum in the client's hair?
A) Use a wide-toothed comb. B) Brush the client's hair slowly. C) Apply a conditioner or alcohol. D) Provide the client with a turban.
Following diagnostic testing, a 69-year-old male patient has been diagnosed with Paget's disease. When planning the subsequent care that this patient is likely to require, what nursing diagnosis should most likely be prioritized by the nurse?
A) Risk for peripheral neurovascular dysfunction related to Paget's disease B) Impaired physical mobility related to Paget's disease C) Risk for impaired skin integrity related to Paget's disease D) Unilateral neglect related to Paget's disease