A nurse can improve cultural awareness with which behavior?
a. Developing sensitivity to the differences between the nurse's culture and the client's
b. Making generalizations about various ethnic and cultural groups
c. Learning everything about the various cultural groups in the nurse's city
d. Taking a foreign-language class
ANS: A
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1. Douche using a vinegar solution, and take ibuprofen every four hours. 2. Make an appointment to see the physician within the next few days. 3. Examine the breasts and look for any red, painful area. 4. Come to the office today to be examined.
What is the nurse's most appropriate action when it becomes apparent that another agency is needed to help a family best meet their health needs?
A. Call the other agency to set up care for the family. B. Give the family information to initiate contact with the other agency. C. Report the need to the community/public health nurse's supervisor for action. D. Write a letter to the appropriate agency suggesting the agency get in touch with the family.
To assess an adult client's hearing, the nurse performs the Rinne test by activating the tuning fork and placing it first at the:
A) front of the ear. B) mastoid process. C) top of the head. D) affected ear.
For a client with a history of alcoholism, the nurse knows that the prescription drug that presents the greatest risk for cross tolerance is:
1. Benztropine mesylate (Cogentin) 2. Chlorpromazine (Thorazine) 3. Naltrexone (ReVia) 4. Chlordiazepoxide (Librium)