A nurse takes a patient's vital signs. Which of the following is considered a vital sign?
A) mental status B) visual acuity C) blood pressure D) urinary output
C
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A) Resurvey of victim B) Survey by a radiation survey meter C) Irrigation of wounds D) Soap and water decontamination
The nurse planning care for a client with discoid lupus erythematosus is setting goals in collaboration with the client. One goal is that the client will:
1. Work through the stages of death and dying. 2. Gain weight to within 10 pounds of normal for height. 3. Comply 100% of the time with sun protection plan. 4. Report pain no higher than four on a scale of 1-10.
Mr. W. is a 51-year-old auto mechanic who comes to the emergency room wanting to be checked out for the symptom of chest pain. As you listen to him describe his symptom in more detail, you say “Go on,” and later, “Mm-hmmm.” This is an example of which of the following skilled interviewing techniques?
A) Echoing B) Nonverbal communication C) Facilitation D) Empathic response
Mr. Lopez is an 84-year-old man was diagnosed with Alzheimer's disease 18 months ago and his wife has been providing his immediate care
In recent weeks, she has come to the realization that his symptoms have worsened significantly and she is no longer able to meet his needs. To which of the following units would Mr. Lopez most likely be admitted? A) General psychiatric unit B) Psychiatric specialty unit C) Nonpsychiatric unit D) Emergency unit