After your prompt intervention, T.W.'s AD resolves and you need to document what
happened. Write an example of a documentation entry describing this event.
What will be an ideal response?
Answers will vary but should include the time, a description of T.W.'s complaints, the assessment
findings, the actions taken by the nurse, including correcting the probable cause of the AD, and the
patient's response to any therapies.
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An employee had recently had a heart attack and was just discharged from the hospital. Which of the following would be an appropriate action for the nurse to take?
a. Plan a party for when the client is able to return to the workplace b. Develop a program on exercise and nutrition for all employees c. Determine appropriate temporary, perhaps part-time, responsibilities to ease the employee's reentry to the workplace d. Advocate for improvements in the food being offered by the vending machines in the employees' lounge
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a. Blood clotting b. Neurotransmission c. Formation of sweat d. Muscle contraction e. Regulating temperature
The nurse is told that a client with measles is being admitted. Which action by the nurse is best?
a. Implement Contact Precautions. b. Check negative airflow monitors. c. Ensure that hand sanitizer is readily available. d. Place the client in a room with another measles client.