A nurse is caring for an older adult who does not comply with the medication program
due to forgetfulness. What technique is the best for the nurse do to help the client in
taking her medications?
A) Provide medications on time every day
B) Place a list of medications in the client's wallet
C) Use organizers to place daily medications
D) Appoint a volunteer to assist with administration of medication
C
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Critical thinking empowers the nurse to recognize important situational cues and respond quickly to adapt interventions, optimizing their effectiveness and the likelihood of a good outcome. What is true about this aspect of critical thinking?
1. This method of thinking is similar to the way that a skilled nurse uses continued assessment and evaluation to adapt the patient's care plan. 2. Using this method of critical thinking produces only one correct solution to a problem. 3. The need to change the plan of care indicates that critical thinking and the nursing process are not compatible. 4. The statement proves that critical thinking is another term for the nursing process.
When evaluating this client's headaches when using nitroglycerin products, which statement by the client indicates further teaching is needed?
a. "I think my headaches are an indication of excessive dosage of nitroglycerin." b. "Transient headache is the most common side effect of nitroglycerin therapy." c. "I can take acetaminophen to help relieve the headaches." d. "The headaches will decrease in frequency and duration of headaches with continued use of the nitroglycerin."
Which of the following statements accurately describe recommended guidelines for overcoming resistance to change? Select all that apply
A) Explain the proposed changes only to the managers of the people involved. B) Whenever possible, use technical language to describe the changes. C) List the advantages of the proposed change for members of the group. D) Avoid relating the change to the group's existing beliefs and values. E) If possible, introduce change gradually. F) Provide incentives for commitment to change.
A resident has not voided in 6 hours. Which instruction to a nursing assistant would likely ensure getting the information needed by the LPN/LVN charge nurse?
a. "Watch the resident's output closely today." b. "I need to know if the resident is voiding sufficiently." c. "The resident should void at least twice during the shift in quantities of 200 ml or more." d. "Report to me immediately if the resident voids between now and 10 AM, and tell me the amount he voids. If he has not voided by 10 AM, please report this to me."