The first attempt to calm an agitated patient in the ICU should be
A) sedation with a hypnotic agent.
B) reduction of noise in the room.
C) music therapy.
D) physical restraints.
B
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The nurse understands that the following definitions of pain are appropriate to assimilate into one's practice:(Select all that apply) Standard Text: Select all that apply
1. Pain is whatever the experiencing person says it is 2. Client's often exaggerate pain 3. Pain is one of the body's defense mechanisms indicating that a problem exists 4. The client is the authority on the pain that he or she is experiencing 5. The nurse needs to be willing to believe that the client is experiencing pain
Which of the following is considered a major challenge with public health informatics (PHI)?
1. Need to have additional terminals in neutral locations 2. Need to have stronger linkages and interface between and among providers and systems 3. Need to convince health care providers of PHI benefits 4. Need for additional research on PHI effectiveness
The pediatric nurse discusses home care with the parents of a patient who is returning home following a spinal fusion. Some of the recommended measures discussed by the nurse include:
Select all answers that apply. A) encourage swimming and cycling at 3 to 4 weeks following surgery. B) allow the child to return to school about 2 to 3 months following surgery. C) maintain a regular diet with added calcium, fiber, fluids, and vitamin C. D) encourage ambulation when permitted, usually 2 to 3 weeks postoperatively.