The client who has obstructive sleep apnea is being treated with a nasal continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP) device, but has just been prescribed modafinil (Provigil). What client statement indicates that teaching about these therapies has been effective? 1. “I am so glad that I won’t have to sleep in this machine anymore.” 2. “Once […]
During the morning bath, the client asks if the nurse is religious and believes in God. What would be most helpful for the nurse to consider in formulating a response to this question? 1. The nurse’s personal life is none of the client’s business. 2. Religion and politics are two subjects not discussed in polite […]
The client tells the nurse that he understands most of the information but still has questions con-cerning the medication after the nurse has provided the client with information regarding the treatment plan for the diagnosis the. This response is an example of: 1. Referent 2. Receiver 3. Channel 4. Feedback ANSWER ANS: 4 This […]
The nurse is reviewing assigned clients for morning care needs. Which situation could pose a threat to one client’s personal hygiene? 1. A client has a newly formed ileostomy. 2. A client performs meticulous foot care. 3. A German client refuses to bathe everyday. 4. The room temperature is set at 72°F. ANSWER Correct […]
A client at the clinic informs the nurse during an examination that he has been taking chaparral as an anticancer agent. The client asks if there is any reason why this remedy should not be taken. The nurse responds accurately when telling the client that chaparral: 1. Should not be taken with coffee or other […]
Which of the following educational activities is an example of in-service education? 1. A workshop given at a nursing convention on malpractice 2. A program on new cardiac medications provided at a local hospital 3. Credit courses in communication offered at the community college 4. Noncredit courses on nursing issues available through the internet […]
The nurse is caring for a client who experienced a flailed chest injury (multiple rib fractures) as a result of a motorcycle accident. The nurse realizes that pain management for this client will directly impact the effectiveness of his respiratory functioning primarily because: 1. Pain increases metabolic needs, thus increasing oxygen consumption 2. Pain increases […]
The nurse’s most informed response to a client’s question concerning what allopathic medicine (Western medicine) is least effective at dealing with should include: (Select all that apply.) 1. Managing stress 2. Disease prevention 3. Treating chronic illness 4. Meeting emotional needs 5. Curing bacterial infection 6. Treating acute emergencies ANSWER ANS: 1, 2, 3, […]
Which of the following assessment data best confirms the possibility of cognitive impairment in a client with a diagnosis of lung cancer? 1. Client is observed writing questions to ask his oncologist. 2. Client states, “I seem to be a little more forgetful lately.” 3. Client’s wife states, “I have to remind him of everything.” […]
Which of the following statement’s best expresses the client’s definition of personal illness? 1. “I came to the emergency department when the pain got too bad to ignore.” 2. “I have arthritis, but I continue to enjoy knitting, embroidery and other needle work.” 3. “Sometimes my bad knee keeps me from the hiking, but I […]
