A nurse is caring for a client with a kidney disorder. Which point should the nurse keep
in mind when prioritizing nursing diagnoses?
A) Rank nursing diagnoses in terms of importance
B) Focus on the client's social and psychological needs
C) Treat any other medical concerns that the client may have
D) Focus on client's concerns and prioritize accordingly
A
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The nurse is evaluating the effectiveness of interventions to support a client's spiritual needs. Which of the following would be evidence that interventions were successful?
a. Client stating she has more spiritual comfort and is able to sleep b. Client sitting in her room quietly crying c. Client talking on telephone about the stresses of the illness and her desire to go home d. Client stating that it does not matter what is done, she stills lacks hope about her situation
When the home health nurse suggests a grief resolution group to the older widow, the widow furiously states, "I don't want or need any help! I want my husband back!" What stage of grief would this be characteristic of?
a. Shock b. Searching c. Disorientation d. Reorganization
The clinic nurse explains to parents about signs of readiness for finger foods. These signs include:
Select all answers that apply: A) Development of a pincer grasp B) Age of about 9 months C) Tendency of the child to put everything in the mouth D) An ability to use a spoon
A couple is trying to cope with an infertility problem and want to know what they can do to preserve their emotional equilibrium. The nurse's most appropriate response is:
1. "Tell your friends and family so that they can help you.". 2. "Talk only to other friends who are infertile because only they can help.". 3. "Get involved with a support group. I will give you some names.". 4. "Start adoption proceedings immediately because obtaining an infant is very dif-ficult.".