Which nursing concern takes priority in the care of a patient after a laryngectomy?
a. Encouraging nutrition
b. Avoiding infection
c. Establishing a communication system
d. Ensuring adequate fluid intake
C
Establishing a communication system with the patient who has undergone a laryngectomy is a primary concern.
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A. People resist doing more work. B. It moves people out of their comfort zone. C. Every change provokes passive resistance. D. Change is never welcome.
A hydration assessment consists of checking a variety of parameters, including
a. skin turgor. b. serum potassium level. c. capillary refill. d. serum protein level.
A lack of ____________________ in the diet can result in low thyroxine production.
Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).
Which drug is most likely to be ordered for the client with herpes simplex virus?
1. Acyclovir (Zovirax) 2. Zidovudine (Retrovir) 3. Nystatin (Fungizone) 4. Metronidazole (Flagyl)