The nurse explains that cognitive impairment is categorized by four levels that depend on the intelligence quotient (IQ). A child with an IQ of 45 is classified as:
a. within the normal low range.
b. educable.
c. trainable.
d. severe.
C
The category of trainable is identified on the basis of an IQ of 35 to 55.
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The most appropriate action that the nurse working at a camp would take to remove an insect from a camper's ear is
a. gently irrigate the ear canal with sterile water. b. instill a few drops of mineral oil into the ear. c. instruct the camper to tilt the affected ear downward. d. occlude the ear with a medicated cotton pledget.
Nancy tells the school nurse that she is on a popcorn diet to loose weight. The nurse replies, telling her:
1. Restricting food choices is an excellent way to lose weight. 2. Popcorn diets work by filling the stomach without adding calories. 3. Weight loss is best accomplished by following a balanced diet with exercise. 4. Popcorn is a natural food containing all the nutrients needed for a balanced diet.
An example of a self-talk "script" that promotes success in a practical/vocational nursing program is
a. "I get sick from smelling bad odors." b. "What if I'm ‘all thumbs' in practice lab?" c. "I don't think the instructor likes me." d. "I work well with my hands."
A patient diagnosed with bulimia nervosa is hospitalized for treatment of electrolyte im-balance. Which response by the nurse to the patient's request to use the bathroom imme-diately after eating lunch is most therapeutic?
a. "No one is allowed to leave the dining room during meals." b. "Okay, but as you know I will accompany you to the bathroom." c. "We've discussed that there are other options than to induce vomiting." d. "I think I understand your plan, and I cannot permit you to carry it out."