To make a legal entry into the medical record, the nurse must document what?
A) Laboratory tests ordered
B) Attending physician
C) Time of the assessment
D) Nature of the assessment
C
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Which woman may require more help and understanding in integrating the newborn into her family?
a. A primipara who comes from a large family b. A multipara (gravida 2) who has a supportive husband and mother c. A multipara (gravida 6) who has two children less than 3 years of age d. A primipara from an upper-income family
The nurse is caring for a client with cyanide poisoning. The nurse is most correct to assess which systems where manifestation of the poisoning primarily occurs?
A) Cardiovascular and respiratory system B) Gastrointestinal and musculoskeletal system C) Cardiovascular and neurological system D) Sensory and respiratory system
In older adults living alone, _________ can be caused by social isolation
Fill in the blank(s) with correct word
A hospitalized older client is recovering from an acute illness. As the client nears the end of his hospitalization, he questions the nurse about medications and care after discharge. The gerontological nurse should
1. inform the physician that the client needs to go to a nursing home. 2. assess the client's independence and ability to function in his own home before discharge. 3. tell the client not to worry about going home. 4. invite the client's family to come to the hospital so the nurse can explain the client's care to them.