Which of the following patients is the most likely to be motivated to learn?
A. 23-year-old smoker being taught about smoking cessation
B. 45-year-old man being taught about importance of prostate cancer screening
C. 63-year-old knee replacement patient being taught post-surgical care
D. 15-year-old being taught about safe sex
C
Motivation to learn is often dependent on the patient's situation and needs. For example, patients who need knowledge for survival have a stronger motivation to learn than patients who need knowledge for promoting health.
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Which of the following patients would most likely require a PICC? A) A woman who recently suffered a pelvic fracture in a motor vehicle accident B) An elderly man who has been admitted from the community with a fluid volume deficit C) A man whose hypocalcemia requires a stat infusion of calcium gluconate D) A woman who has just been ordered total parenteral nutrition (TPN)
Which nursing intervention is appropriate when preparing a woman for an amniocentesis?
A) Inform her that a narcotic premedication will be given to prevent pain during needle insertion B) Be certain she knows that there are risks of complication, such as premature labor, from amniocentesis C) Instruct her not to empty her bladder prior to the procedure D) Suggest that she take a deep breath and hold it during needle insertion
If a patient complains of feeling faint, you should
A. elevate the patient's head and shoulders. B. seat the patient in a chair and elevate the feet. C. apply a cool washcloth to the forehead and neck. D. seat the patient and position the head between the knees.
The symptoms of gout are due to
1. an increase in the excretion of uric acid. 2. buildup of uric acid in the blood. 3. cartilage loss in the joints. 4. a decrease in uric acid in the blood.