The nurse is instructing a client about the management of systemic sclerosis. Which statement indicates that the client requires additional teaching?
a. "I will let my doctor know right away if I develop a fever."
b. "Ice packs will help relieve the aching pain in my hips and knees."
c. "I will wear mittens when I am in the freezer section of the grocery store."
d. "I will apply a rich moisturizer to my skin every morning after my shower."
B
Ice packs should not be used by clients with systemic sclerosis because the cold can trigger symptoms of Raynaud's phenomenon. The client should wear mittens whenever his or her hands are exposed to cold temperatures, and moisturizer should be applied daily. The client should no-tify the doctor if a fever develops.
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The parents demonstrate that they have understood the nurse's teaching with regard to colostomy stoma care for their infant if they state:
1. "We will change the colostomy bag with each wet diaper.". 2. "We will use adhesive enhancers when we change the bag.". 3. "We will watch for skin irritation around the stoma.". 4. "We will expect a small amount of bleeding after cleansing the area around the stoma.".
Which situations illustrate barriers to communication? Select all that apply
1. The nurse uses active listening when completing the admission interview of a new patient. 2. The nurse assistant frowns and crosses her arms when the nurse is giving instruction. 3. The nurse asks says to the patient, "Tell me about why you came to the hospital today." 4. The nurse assistant says, "Show me how you want input and output recorded." 5. The nurse always says, "it will be alright" when there is a problem on the unit.
The dosage strength of Novolin® 70/30 is ________.
Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).
The patient who has had a below-the-knee amputation is at risk for development of a/an ____________________ if the knee is positioned in a state of flexion.
Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).