A nurse is discussing resistance training with a 24-year-old woman. The woman is resistant to weight lifting because she does not want to get too muscular. She prefers a program that is strictly aerobic. Which of the following would be the most appropriate response from the nurse?
a. Ok, just make sure you perform one hour of aerobics every day.
b. Lifting weights is a necessary part of exercise.
c. Weight lifting has many purposes and benefits; can we talk about them?
d. Looking muscular at your age is attractive.
Answer: c. Weight lifting has many purposes and benefits; can we talk about them?
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1. "When the music plays so loud, my head starts to pound." 2. "My whole cheek hurts, and it feels like I have bruising under my eye." 3. "Usually there is just this steady pressure around my entire head." 4. "I can tell it's coming on; sometimes I vomit before it hits."
What are the universal guidelines that define appropriate measures for all nursing interventions?
a. Scope of practice b. Advocacy c. Standard of care d. Prudent practice
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Why don't they give me something to help?" Which of the following is the best response by the licensed practical nurse/licensed vocational nurse (LPN/LVN)? A) "It must be very frustrating to constantly feel ill." B) "The doctors take blood to check for certain illnesses that might be causing your symptoms." C) "It is important that you share these concerns with your doctor." D) All of the above
When asked about his or her religious affiliation, a client responds, "That's personal; why do you want to know?" The most appropriate nursing response is:
1. "You need not answer my question if you prefer not to share that information." 2. "All information you provide will be kept in strict confidence." 3. "By knowing your religious preferences, I can best meet your spiritual needs." 4. "I did not mean to offend you; we ask that question of all our new admissions."