Serologic testing of a middle-aged woman with a recent history of severe flu-like symptoms has just resulted in a diagnosis of hepatitis A
Which of the following assessment questions should the nurse prioritize when discussing this diagnosis with the patient?
A) "Are you currently in a monogamous sexual relationship?"
B) "How would describe your typical diet?
C) "Which restaurants have you eaten in over the past few weeks?"
D) "Have you ever used recreational drugs?"
C
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During the maintenance phase of treatment a client asks the nurse "Do I have to keep taking this
lithium even though my mood is stable now?" The most appropriate response is a. "You will be able to stop the medication at the end of the month.". b. "Usually clients take medication for approximately 6 months after discharge.". c. "It is odd that the physician has not already discontinued your medication.". d. "Taking the medication each day helps prevent relapses and recurrences.".
Hold the medication if the fever is less than 38° C. Write the symbol for the italicized phrase
What will be an ideal response?
A nurse manager needs to supplement the staff for the next schedule. Which of the following types of supplemental staffing would be most costly to the organization?
1. PRN nurse 2. Internal float nurse 3. Per diem staff 4. Agency nurse
In which case might the nurse expect the state to deny a patient's right of refusal for medical treatment?
1. The patient has an illness that poses a threat to public health if left untreated. 2. A competent adult refuses a blood transfusion based on religious belief. 3. The patient refuses treatment to slow the advancement of an inoperable brain tumor. 4. The patient's insurance refuses to pay if treatments are refused.