You walk into a patient's room and discover that he is masturbating. You should
A) scold the patient for this inappropriate behavior.
B) provide privacy and leave the room.
C) report this behavior to the nurse at once.
D) tell your co-workers not to enter the room.
B
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A) Calcium-channel blockers B) Monoamine oxidase (MAO) inhibitors C) Beta-blockers D) Thiazide diuretics
In performing a hand-off report, the nurse should communicate information on: Select all that apply
1) Teaching performed 2) Any change in client status 3) Treatments administered 4) Hygiene measures performed
The nurse is teaching a group of nurses on the care of children with rheumatic fever. Which statement is most accurate regarding the diagnosis of rheumatic fever?
A) "This disorder is caused by genetic factors." B) "Children who have this diagnosis may have had strep throat." C) "Being up to date on immunizations is the best way to prevent this disorder." D) "The onset and progression of this disorder is rapid."
A home care nurse is instructing a client diagnosed with congestive heart failure on daily self-monitoring between home care visits. The nurse should instruct the client to monitor and record which items?
Standard Text: Select all that apply. 1. Weight 2. Pulse 3. Temperature 4. Blood pressure 5. Respiratory rate