A 77-year-old client has been hospitalized with a diagnosis of urinary sepsis. Upon review of the medical record, which of the following will most likely be noted as early onset symptoms?
A) Urinary frequency
B) Urinary urgency
C) Alteration in cognition
D) Gross hematuria
C
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The cause of a patient's cough may be determined after careful assessment of the characteristics of the cough. A "brassy cough" may be caused by which of the following conditions?
A) Bronchogenic carcinoma B) Tracheal lesions C) Sinusitis D) A side effect of ACE inhibitor therapy
The nurse is greeting a newly admitted client. What statement should the nurse make to establish rapport with this client?
1. "Hello, I'm your nurse and I'll be taking care of you today." 2. "You're lucky—there are no students on the unit today." 3. "Good morning, is there anything you need right now?" 4. "Hi. If you need anything, put on your call light."
The nurse is caring for a diabetic client who has breath with a fruity odor. Which conclusion by the nurse is the most appropriate?
1. The client has been consuming frequent intake of candy. 2. The client is hyperglycemic. 3. The client is hypoglycemic. 4. The client is experiencing an allergic reaction to medication for diabetes.
A nurse uses Peplau's interpersonal therapy while working with an anxious, withdrawn patient. Interventions should focus on:
a. changing the patient's perceptions about self b. improving the patient's interactional skills c. using medications to relieve anxiety d. reinforcing specific behaviors