From what part of the nursing diagnoses are outcomes derived during outcome identification and planning?
A) the defining characteristics C) the problem statement
B) the related factors D) the database
C
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A nurse is preparing to discharge an emergency department patient who has been fitted with a sling to support her arm after a clavicle fracture. What should the nurse instruct the patient to do?
A) Elevate the arm above the shoulder 3 to 4 times daily. B) Avoid moving the elbow, wrist, and fingers until bone remodeling is complete. C) Engage in active range of motion using the affected arm. D) Use the arm for light activities within the range of motion.
What must be true for a woman to be diagnosed with primary infertility?
a. She has been unable to conceive after 1 year of regular, unprotected sex. b. She conceived once but did not deliver a viable infant. c. She conceived once but was unable to conceive again. d. She conceived three times in 1 year with-out a viable birth.
The nurse is instructing a client on walking with crutches using a three-point gait. Which instruction is correct?
a. Move the right crutch forward, then the left foot, followed by the left crutch, and finally the right foot. b. Move the right crutch and the left foot forward together and then the left crutch and the right foot forward together. c. Move the crutches and weak leg forward together, then move the weight-bearing leg forward. d. Move the crutches forward, then swing the legs forward together.
A patient is preparing for discharge to home. The nurse has provided discharge instructions regarding activities. Which instruction is most helpful to the patient?
1. "You may complete activities as tolerated." 2. "Be sure to rest throughout the day." 3. "You can start exercising in 7 days if there are no signs of wound infection." 4. "You can bathe normally."