A patient is to begin taking iron supplements. The nurse evaluates the patient's understanding of the use of this drug. Which indicates that she has an adequate knowledge base?
a. Using antidiarrheal drugs if she has diarrhea
b. Understanding that black stools may occur
c. Checking her gums for bleeding
d. Brushing her teeth with a soft-bristled brush
B
An oral iron supplement may turn the stool black.
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Which of the following statements best describes the definition of assault?
a. An intentional act that causes the patient to believe harm may be done b. A statement that causes injury to the patient's reputation or standing in the community c. Negligence or malpractice that results in harm to a spousal relationship d. An intentional act that brings about harm or offensive contact with the patient
An ideational theory is a type of theory that might be used in a(n):
A) Grounded theory study B) Ethnography C) Phenomenological study D) Hypothesis-testing study
For the patient who is anorexic, the interventions the nurse might use to stimulate appetite would include: (Select all that apply.)
a. offering oral care after meals. b. arranging for preferred foods to be served. c. encouraging family members to bring food from home. d. suggesting that family members or friends come and socialize during the meal. e. giving ample time to eat and enjoy the meal.
The nurse is explaining cardiac reserve to a patient recovering from a myocardial infarction. Which example should the nurse use to explain this term?
1. getting on a treadmill and gradually increasing the pace of walking 2. breathing in through the nose and out the mouth while sitting quietly 3. sitting in a chair to cool down after completing an exercise routine 4. at the end of systole, approximately 50 mL of blood remaining in the ventricles