A woman is seen in the physician's office and wants to receive the new vaccine called Gardasil. What assessment should be made prior to administering the vaccine?
A) Is she allergic to iodine?
B) Is she sexually active?
C) Is she pregnant?
D) Is she abusing drugs?
C
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A woman who is a victim of severe emotional violence tells the nurse that her husband abuses her most often when he is intoxicated, just as his father had beaten him and his mother
The woman is aware of the location of a safe house and has considered leaving home with her two children, but she cites being brought up to believe "you keep quiet and stay together, no matter what happens.". She states the husband is always apologetic and remorseful after an incident. The nurse responds, "You cannot live like this; you have to defend yourself and your children.". Which statement most accurately describes the nurse's response? a. It is an honest and direct response that will help build trust and rapport. b. It suggests that the nurse herself has been a victim of physical abuse. c. It is unprofessional, but it will likely help by motivating the patient. d. It is a human but unprofessional response and is not helpful.
A patient nearing the end of life requests that he be given no food or fluids. The physician orders the insertion of a nasogastric tube to feed the patient. What situation does this create for the nurse providing care?
A) nurse must follow the physician's orders B) an inability to provide care for the patient C) an ethical dilemma about inconsistent courses of action D) a barrier to establishing an effective nurse–patient relationship
Which information should the nurse provide a client with gastroesophageal reflux disease GERD who is reluctant to make suggested lifestyle changes?
A. "The damage to your esophagus may result in esophagitis." B. "Long-term exposure to acid increases risk for esophageal cancer." C. "Without lifestyle changes, the prescriptions are ineffective." D. "The lifestyle changes will be easier if you adopt them one at a time and institute them gradually." E. "You will eventually have difficulty with swallowing if this condition is not treated."
A geriatric psychiatric nurse has been exploring the roles of spirituality and religion in the lives of older adults. What has been found in older adults who practice a faith tradition?
A) A decrease in life satisfaction and well-being B) An increase in lifespan C) A decrease in depression and anxiety D) A decrease in the incidence of schizophrenia