The nurse encourages a patient with cancer of the larynx that the "near-total laryngectomy" is a new procedure that preserves the ability to __________ and to __________
Fill in the blank(s) with correct word
speak; swallow
swallow; speak
The new technique does not rob the patient of the ability to speak or swallow, which makes re-habilitation easier.
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A) Denver Developmental Test B) Deep tendon reflexes C) Number of wet diapers per day D) Measure the frontal occipital circumference
The nurse is assessing an older adult from a culture different than the nurse's by asking questions from the Explanatory Model for Culturally Sensitive Assessment. Which ques-tion(s) should the nurse ask to follow this model?
a. How can we negotiate to solve the problem? b. What treatment can improve your condition? c. Should we try my plan first to see if it helps? d. Can we discuss differences in our plans now? e. How long have you experienced the problem? f. Who, other than me, can make you feel better?
The nurse is planning care for a client admitted with a new diagnosis of bipolar disorder. During the manic phase of the disorder, the nurse plans interventions that decrease the risk for violence to others, which would include:
1. encouraging the client to join a basketball game. 2. encouraging the client to participate in group activities. 3. encouraging activities that minimize stimuli. 4. responding to agitation by restraining the client.
A child who has had a tracheostomy for several years is scheduled to begin kindergarten in the fall. The teacher is concerned about this child being in the class, and consults the school nurse. Which nursing action is appropriate?
1. Making arrangements for the child to go to a special school 2. Recommending that the child be home schooled 3. Asking the parents of the child to provide a caregiver during school hour 4. Teaching the teacher how to care for the child in the classroom