During a physical examination of a female patient's reproductive system, the nurse detects a thick white discharge from the labia. The patient's vulva appears inflamed. How should the nurse document this finding?
A) Symptoms of trichomonal vaginitis
B) Symptoms of candidal vaginitis
C) Symptoms of bacterial vaginosis
D) Symptoms of primary syphilis
B
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What will the nurse include then documenting a grand mal seizure? (Select all that apply.)
a. Presence of incontinence b. Current dose of antispasmodic medication c. Activity level prior to and following seizure d. Level of consciousness following seizure e. Length of seizure
In performing the preoperative assessment, the nurse discovers that the patient is allergic to latex. What should the nurse do initially?
a. Notify the diet kitchen to omit peaches from diet tray b. Apply a medical alert band to patient's wrist c. Tag chart with allergy alert d. Place patient in an isolation room
The nurse completes teaching for a young adult client diagnosed with Parkinson disease (PD). Which client statement indicates teaching has been effective?
A) "I could have prevented PD with diet and exercise." B) "I probably have a genetic mutation that caused PD." C) "My brain has too much of a chemical called dopamine." D) "Most people get PD when they are my age."
A female client with acute uncomplicated cystitis (AUC) has been treated with antibacterials, and now reports that all symptoms have resolved. What further instructions should be given to this client at this time?
1. "Don't try to figure out for yourself if you have an infection; it might be dangerous." 2. "Come back to the clinic in 2 weeks for a urinalysis to check for signs of infection." 3. "Your health care practitioner would like to see you in 2 weeks to see how you are feeling." 4. "You don't need to come back to the clinic unless your symptoms return."