The major reasons for accurate and thorough documentation of nursing care rendered and the client's response to interventions include which of the following?
a. Documentation is required for accreditation and reimbursement.
b. Documentation prevents lawsuits.
c. Documentation is required if a client sues.
d. Documentation is a long-held custom.
A
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The nursing practice standards for the LPN/LVN wishing to be able to participate in initiating IV therapy state that the LPN/LVN shall:
1. Successfully pass the National Council Licensure Exam. 2. Graduate from an accredited school of nursing. 3. Present evidence of having completed a course that is approved to provide the skills and knowledge necessary to perform this specialized task. 4. Seek and participate in continuing education opportunities.
The client with binge-eating disorder reports a lack of involvement in activities, loss of interest in self-care activities, and oversleeping. The client's speech is filled with despondency
What nursing diagnosis is most appropriate for this client? 1. Hopelessness 2. Anxiety 3. Social Isolation 4. Knowledge Deficit
The patient has a wound from peripheral vascular disease that is not healing in an orderly, sequential manner, and the patient has diminished functional integrity. How does the nurse label this wound?
A) Acute B) Chronic C) Nonhealing D) Partial-thickness
Identify which of the following questions a nurse could use to obtain assessment information. (Select all that apply.)
a. "How can we help you today?" b. "Can you tell me why you take each medication?" c. "Are you in pain?" d. "Are these people your main support system?" e. "How well do you understand the directions?"