When collecting data for a cultural assessment the nurse is aware of biocultural ecology, which involves
1. Assessment of skin color and biologic variations
2. Cultural awareness
3. Cultural empathy
4. Cultural competence
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Rationale 1: Biocultural
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A) Diphenhydramine B) Ibuprofen C) Hydromorphone D) Fentanyl
The parents of a 2-month-old boy are concerned about spoiling their son by picking him up when he cries. What is the nurse's best response?
a. "Allow him to cry for no longer than 15 minutes and then pick him up." b. "Babies need comforting and cuddling. Meeting these needs will not spoil him." c. "Babies this young cry when they are hungry. Try feeding him when he cries." d. "If he isn't soiled or wet, leave him, and he'll cry himself to sleep."
With which client is it most important for the nurse to take special precautions because of an increased susceptibility to infection as a result of medical therapy?
A. The 38-year-old woman taking contraceptives B. The 38-year-old man with diabetes mellitus taking insulin C. The 58-year-old man 5 years after a myocardial infarction taking aspirin daily D. The 58-year-old woman with rheumatoid arthritis taking corticosteroids daily
A group of elderly clients are interested in living options available in the community when they might need some assistance with their daily needs
Which of the following would the nurse suggest as possibilities to meet these needs? Select all that apply. 1. Adult foster care 2. Group homes 3. Retirement villages 4. Long-term care facilities 5. Adult day care centers