The nurse uses heat application for the client's treatment. Which does the nurse expect as a client benefit of heat application?
1. Increased blood viscosity
2. Increasing muscle tension
3. Increasing cell metabolism
4. Increasing vasoconstriction
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3. Heat application increases cell metabolism of the affected tissue. With vasodilation and increased regional perfusion, heat increases tissue oxygenation, delivery of sub-strate for cellular energy production, and removal of byproducts of metabolism.
1, 2, and 4. Heat application decreases blood viscosity, decreases muscle tension, and increases vasodilation.
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A patient is receiving healthcare focused on his illness and counteracting his symptoms. What type of healthcare is he receiving?
a. Holistic b. Integrative c. Complementary d. Allopathic
The nurse is caring for a patient in crisis who has recently returned from military service in an active war zone. When initially assessing this patient, which concepts will the nurse apply regarding the type of crisis the patient is experiencing?
Select all that apply. 1. Determining the client's adaptation to the crisis guides the priority nursing actions. 2. Determining the trauma category the client is experiencing guides the priority nursing action. 3. Providing the client with education regarding type I trauma related to his or her military service. 4. Providing the client with education regarding type II trauma related to his or her military service. 5. Determining the client's degree of trust in trusted authorities during his or her military service.
A case manager has contacted providers and has negotiated services and prices. Which of the following phases of the nursing process is being demonstrated?
a. Assessment b. Diagnosis c. Planning/outcome d. Implementation
What intervention should be included on a plan of care to prevent pressure ulcer development in healthcare settings?
A) Change position at least once each shift. B) Implement a turning schedule every 2 hours. C) Use ring cushions for heels and elbows. D) Do not turn, use pressure-relieving support surface.