What is the primary focus of communication during the nurse–patient relationship?
A) time available to the nurse C) patient and patient needs
B) nursing activity to be performed D) environment of the patient
C
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The nurse is caring for an older client in the home and notes that the client is very intelligent but has a tendency to experience short-term memory loss. What should the nurse do to help the client with this memory change?
1. Suggest that the client live with a younger adult. 2. Prepare the client for living in a long-term care facility. 3. Plan memory aids with the client, such as writing appointments on a calendar. 4. Tell the client to have people call to remind the client of upcoming appointments.
When the nurse is alone with a battered client, the client seems extremely anxious and says, "It was all my fault. The house was so messy when he got home and I know he hates that." Which is the best response by the nurse?
a. "No one deserves to be hurt. It's not your fault. How can I help you?" b. "What else do you do that makes him angry enough to hurt you?" c. "He will never find out what we talk about. Don't worry. We're here to help you." d. "You have to remember that he is frustrated and angry, so he takes it out on you."
How should you dry eating and cooking utensils?
a. With a towel b. In a dishwasher c. Lay them out on a counter d. Let them air dry in a drainer
Which is the best goal for the nurse to include in the plan of care related to the problem statement of "acute pain related to strain on muscles with movement?"
a) client reports pain of less than 1 on a 0-10 scale b) client will verbalize pain control methods c) client will learn alternative methods for pain control d) client will learn to live with long-term pain