The client is postoperative day three from abdominal surgery. He states that he hasn't slept more than an hour or so at a time due to the pain, but does not want to take medication to assist with sleeping
The nurse describes the functions of sleep as: Standard Text: Select all that apply. 1. Necessary for protein synthesis.
2. Restores normal levels of activity.
3. Restores balance within the nervous system.
4. Necessary for fat metabolism.
5. Sympathetic nervous system activity.
1,2,3
Rationale: Sleep is necessary for protein synthesis and cellular repair.
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a. Assess client fears and coping mechanisms. b. Reassure the client this is a common test. c. Sedate the client prior to the procedure. d. Tell the client he or she will be asleep.
The nurse listens to a mother and her 4-year-old child as they communicate with each other primarily to determine which of the following? (Select all that apply.)
A. Communication styles that need improvement B. The child's level of language development C. The family's culture and its influences D. The family's personal and group values E. The family's understanding of health care
The nurse is caring for a 9-year-old boy who is having chemotherapy. The nurse is developing a teaching plan for the child and family about nutrition. Which of the following would the nurse be least likely to include?
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You have recently been made a department head of the new regional office. In getting to know your departmental staff, you have noticed that one of your inexperienced employees is not following through on assigned tasks
She is enthused about her new job and wants to get ahead in the organization. Which alternative represents the most effective leadership style? a. Discuss the lack of follow-through with her and explore possible ways to solve this problem. b. Specify what she must do to complete the tasks, but incorporate any suggestions she may have. c. Define the steps necessary to complete the assigned tasks and monitor her performance frequently. d. Let her know about the lack of follow-through and give her more time to improve her performance.