A 14-year-old client voices concern that his testes seem to have enlarged over the past few months. Which response by the nurse would be most appropriate?
A) "Don't worry; this can be treated through surgery."
B) "What you are experiencing are normal pubescent physical changes."
C) "Don't worry. Their size will gradually decrease."
D) "I think you need to see a specialist as soon as possible."
B
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A) Antibiotic B) Anticoagulant C) Antihypertensive D) Bronchodilator
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1. Serving as initial point of contact between client and agency. 2. Coordinating and directing the use of health care services. 3. Organizing and integrating services. 4. Creating alliances of individuals or groups to achieve a specific purpose.
Inmates can develop terminal illnesses while incarcerated and medical parole may not be indicated. Health restoration interventions for this population include:
1. Assistance from a personal care attendant. 2. Monitor for adverse effects of treatment. 3. Provide emotional and spiritual support. 4. Monitor treatment compliance.
The nurse could safely delegate which task to the unlicensed assistive personnel (UAP)?
1. Removal of antiemboli stockings to wash the feet and legs, then reapply the stockings 2. Assessing the client's circulation to the feet every 4 hours while wearing antiembolism stockings 3. Evaluating for presence of Homans' sign 4. Measuring and fitting the client for antiembolism stockings