The nurse reassures the grieving patient that ready sources of support are available from ____________________________. (Select all that apply.)
a. friends.
b. family.
c. spiritual advisors
d. support groups.
e. therapist.
ANS: A, B, C, D, E
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A) Decreasing heart rate B) Increasing the force of myocardial contractions C) Prolonging the QT interval D) Shortening the time required for repolarization
A client has had an enucleation for ocular melanoma. Which of the following instructions takes priority when dismissing this client?
a. "Be extra cautious when going up or down stairs." b. "If the plastic conformer comes out, wash it and replace it." c. "Keep soap and water out of your eye socket." d. "You can wear an eye patch sometimes, but not all of the time."
The nurse counts a patient's respirations at 30 per minute. From this finding, what about the patient's respiratory status should cause the nurse concern?
1. Pneumonia is developing. 2. Increased carbon dioxide in the blood is being expelled. 3. Respiratory arrest is beginning. 4. Pain is affecting the respiratory rate.
A patient has an order to restrict fluids. What is one comfort measure nurses can implement for this patient to alleviate a common problem?
A) back rubs B) chewing gum C) hair care D) oral hygiene