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Which of the following statements made by a nurse caring for a client reporting severe pain ...
Which of the following statements made by a nurse caring for a client reporting severe pain ...
Which of the following statements made by a nurse caring for a client reporting severe pain ex-presses the most insight into how pain impacts a client's energy reserves?
 
  1. If I can't get his pain under control, his recovery
Squirrel   38   1 Reply
6 years ago
Which of the following statements made by a client reporting severe pain expresses the most in-sight ...
Which of the following statements made by a client reporting severe pain expresses the most in-sight ...
Which of the following statements made by a client reporting severe pain expresses the most in-sight into how pain impacts a client's energy reserves?
 
  1. I can't sleep if I don't get something for this pain.
  2. If
katalys   31   1 Reply
6 years ago
Which of the following symptoms would the nurse expect with a client who is experiencing acute pain? ...
Which of the following symptoms would the nurse expect with a client who is experiencing acute pain? ...
Which of the following symptoms would the nurse expect with a client who is experiencing acute pain?
 
  1. Bradycardia
  2. Bradypnea
  3. Diaphoresis
  4. Decreased muscle tension
jsutherland119   55   1 Reply
6 years ago
Which of the following statements made by a nurse requires follow-up with additional instruc-tion ...
Which of the following statements made by a nurse requires follow-up with additional instruc-tion ...
Which of the following statements made by a nurse requires follow-up with additional instruc-tion regarding the personal nature of pain?
 
  1. I have experienced pain before, and so I have great compassion for anyone deal-ing wi
danielarincon26   42   1 Reply
6 years ago
Which of the following statements made by a nurse shows the greatest understanding of the personal ...
Which of the following statements made by a nurse shows the greatest understanding of the personal ...
Which of the following statements made by a nurse shows the greatest understanding of the personal nature of the pain experience?
 
  1. I have experienced pain before, and so I have great compassion for anyone deal-ing with pain
Squirrel   56   1 Reply
6 years ago
When caring for a client who is experiencing continuous severe pain, the nurse should expect that ...
When caring for a client who is experiencing continuous severe pain, the nurse should expect that ...
When caring for a client who is experiencing continuous severe pain, the nurse should expect that the pain management plan would include:
 
  1. Focusing on intramuscular administration of analgesics
  2. Waiting for pa
Sbermudez   50   1 Reply
6 years ago
A client is having severe, continuous discomfort from kidney stones. Based on the client's ...
A client is having severe, continuous discomfort from kidney stones. Based on the client's ...
A client is having severe, continuous discomfort from kidney stones. Based on the client's expe-rience, the nurse anticipates which of the following findings in the client's assessment?
 
  1. Tachycardia
  2. Diaphores
Uyentrinh21   51   1 Reply
6 years ago
The nurse caring for a terminally ill client with liver cancer understands which of the following ...
The nurse caring for a terminally ill client with liver cancer understands which of the following ...
The nurse caring for a terminally ill client with liver cancer understands which of the following goals would be most appropriate?
 
  1. Increasingly administer narcotics to oversedate the client and thereby decrease the pain.
jsutherland119   39   1 Reply
6 years ago
An older client with mild musculoskeletal pain is being seen by the primary care provider. The nurse ...
An older client with mild musculoskeletal pain is being seen by the primary care provider. The nurse ...
An older client with mild musculoskeletal pain is being seen by the primary care provider. The nurse anticipates that treatment of this client's level of discomfort will include:
 
  1. Fentanyl
  2. Diazepam
 
kkeehner   53   1 Reply
6 years ago
The nurse on a postoperative care unit is assessing the quality of the client's pain. In order to ...
The nurse on a postoperative care unit is assessing the quality of the client's pain. In order to ...
The nurse on a postoperative care unit is assessing the quality of the client's pain. In order to ob-tain this specific information about the pain experience from the client, the nurse should ask:
 
  1. What does your discomfort
Ahmedempty   40   1 Reply
6 years ago
The nurse should describe pain that is causing the client a burning sensation in the epigastric ...
The nurse should describe pain that is causing the client a burning sensation in the epigastric ...
The nurse should describe pain that is causing the client a burning sensation in the epigastric re-gion as:
 
  1. Referred
  2. Radiating
  3. Deep or visceral
  4. Superficial or cutaneous
ccddhh   102   1 Reply
6 years ago
The nurse is preparing to discuss the management of the sleeping disorder narcolepsy. In addition ...
The nurse is preparing to discuss the management of the sleeping disorder narcolepsy. In addition ...
The nurse is preparing to discuss the management of the sleeping disorder narcolepsy.
 
  In addition to the prescription of stimulants and antidepressants, which of the following non-pharmaceutical strategies should be included
posiodensgurl   35   1 Reply
6 years ago
A female client describes the most elaborate dreams to the nurse. She states that she could see ...
A female client describes the most elaborate dreams to the nurse. She states that she could see ...
A female client describes the most elaborate dreams to the nurse. She states that she could see colors, hear music, and even had the sensation of flying. The nurse replies to the client that her dreams indicate that she must be:
 
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Squirrel   50   1 Reply
6 years ago
A 73-year-old male client who normally sleeps on his right side recently underwent a right-side hip ...
A 73-year-old male client who normally sleeps on his right side recently underwent a right-side hip ...
A 73-year-old male client who normally sleeps on his right side recently underwent a right-side hip replacement surgery and now has trouble sleeping. One of the interventions that the nurse might try with this client is to:
 
  1
Ahmedempty   41   1 Reply
6 years ago
The assistive nursing personnel reports that the heart rate of the sleeping 23-year-old athlete, who ...
The assistive nursing personnel reports that the heart rate of the sleeping 23-year-old athlete, who ...
The assistive nursing personnel reports that the heart rate of the sleeping 23-year-old athlete, who is hospitalized following complications of a tonsillectomy, is 56.
 
  The assistive nursing personnel states that this is 10 be
Squirrel   43   1 Reply
6 years ago
On a 2-week follow-up visit to the health care provider, a 64-year-old female postoperative client ...
On a 2-week follow-up visit to the health care provider, a 64-year-old female postoperative client ...
On a 2-week follow-up visit to the health care provider, a 64-year-old female postoperative client shares with the nurse that she is having difficulty sleeping and has never had a history of sleeping problems. The nurse shares with the client that:
Cookie12   47   1 Reply
6 years ago
A 44-year-old female client shares with the nurse that she is having difficulty falling asleep at ...
A 44-year-old female client shares with the nurse that she is having difficulty falling asleep at ...
A 44-year-old female client shares with the nurse that she is having difficulty falling asleep at night, even though she is exhausted. The nurse knows that which of the following could be causing the sleeplessness?
 
  1. Two cup
hannah20082   40   1 Reply
6 years ago
The nurse and the parents of a 3-year-old are discussing their child's sleep habits. They share a ...
The nurse and the parents of a 3-year-old are discussing their child's sleep habits. They share a ...
The nurse and the parents of a 3-year-old are discussing their child's sleep habits. They share a concern over the child's tendency to wake up several times during the night crying out loudly but not really being awake.
 
  The n
ccddhh   67   1 Reply
6 years ago
The client asks the nurse, How will I know if I'm really rested? The nurse's most therapeutic ...
The client asks the nurse, How will I know if I'm really rested? The nurse's most therapeutic ...
The client asks the nurse, How will I know if I'm really rested? The nurse's most therapeutic response is:
 
  1. Everyone's definition of rested is different. How would you define rested?
  2. When you aren't tired whe
brigittmarie   22   1 Reply
6 years ago
A 63-year-old client is discussing the recent problem the client is experiencing with falling ...
A 63-year-old client is discussing the recent problem the client is experiencing with falling ...
A 63-year-old client is discussing the recent problem the client is experiencing with falling asleep. The nurse is discussing strategies to minimize this problem.
 
  Which of the following bedtime snacks would be the most likely
reamanc20   46   1 Reply
6 years ago
The nurse is discussing child care strategies with a mother of a newborn. The mother asks the nurse, ...
The nurse is discussing child care strategies with a mother of a newborn. The mother asks the nurse, ...
The nurse is discussing child care strategies with a mother of a newborn. The mother asks the nurse, What causes sudden infant death syndrome (SIDS)?
 
  Which of the following responses is most likely to answer the mother's ques
asanders82   79   1 Reply
6 years ago
A client shares with the nurse that My wife complains about my snoring, and I never really feel ...
A client shares with the nurse that My wife complains about my snoring, and I never really feel ...
A client shares with the nurse that My wife complains about my snoring, and I never really feel rested. Which of the following responses best attempts to explain the cause of the problem to the client?
 
  1. Sleep disturbances c
robin121   25   1 Reply
6 years ago
Which of the following clients is most likely to experience difficulty returning to sleep? 1. A ...
Which of the following clients is most likely to experience difficulty returning to sleep? 1. A ...
Which of the following clients is most likely to experience difficulty returning to sleep?
 
  1. A 60-year-old with benign hypertropic prostatic disease
  2. A 15-year-old with type 1 diabetes
  3. A 35-year
asanders82   43   1 Reply
6 years ago
An older adult client diagnosed as being in the early stage of Alzheimer's disease shares with the ...
An older adult client diagnosed as being in the early stage of Alzheimer's disease shares with the ...
An older adult client diagnosed as being in the early stage of Alzheimer's disease shares with the nurse that her sleep is interrupted by the noises I hear all through the night. The nurse explains that the most likely reason for this problem is:
Evan1212   52   1 Reply
6 years ago
A client has reported to the nurse that his sprained ankle resulted from a careless accident. I seem ...
A client has reported to the nurse that his sprained ankle resulted from a careless accident. I seem ...
A client has reported to the nurse that his sprained ankle resulted from a careless accident. I seem so clumsy and unfocused lately.
 
  Which of the following assessment questions is most likely to reveal information regarding t
Squirrel   40   1 Reply
6 years ago
The nurse is completing an assessment of the client's sleep patterns. A specific question that the ...
The nurse is completing an assessment of the client's sleep patterns. A specific question that the ...
The nurse is completing an assessment of the client's sleep patterns. A specific question that the nurse should ask to determine the potential presence of sleep apnea is:
 
  1. How easily do you fall asleep?
  2. Do yo
meknow   41   1 Reply
6 years ago
It is determined that the client will need pharmacological treatment to assist with the client's ...
It is determined that the client will need pharmacological treatment to assist with the client's ...
It is determined that the client will need pharmacological treatment to assist with the client's sleep patterns. The nurse anticipates that treatment with an anxiety-reducing, relaxa-tion-promoting medication will include the use of:
 
Anastasia26   30   1 Reply
6 years ago
The nurse knows that which of the following habits may interfere with a client's sleep? 1. ...
The nurse knows that which of the following habits may interfere with a client's sleep? 1. ...
The nurse knows that which of the following habits may interfere with a client's sleep?
 
  1. Listening to classical music
  2. Finishing office work
  3. Reading novels
  4. Drinking warm milk
kkeehner   16   1 Reply
6 years ago
The nurse should instruct the client to do which of the following to promote good sleep hygiene at ...
The nurse should instruct the client to do which of the following to promote good sleep hygiene at ...
The nurse should instruct the client to do which of the following to promote good sleep hygiene at home?
 
  1. Use the bedroom only for sleep or sexual activity.
  2. Eat a large meal 1 to 2 hours before bedtime.
deatk85   36   1 Reply
6 years ago
A 74-year-old client has been having sleeping difficulties. To have a better idea of the client's ...
A 74-year-old client has been having sleeping difficulties. To have a better idea of the client's ...
A 74-year-old client has been having sleeping difficulties. To have a better idea of the client's problem, the nurse should respond:
 
  1. What do you do just before going to bed?
  2. Let's make sure that your bedroom
reamanc20   44   1 Reply
6 years ago
Teaching for a client who is currently taking a diuretic should include information that he or she ...
Teaching for a client who is currently taking a diuretic should include information that he or she ...
Teaching for a client who is currently taking a diuretic should include information that he or she may experience:
 
  1. Nocturia
  2. Nightmares
  3. Increased daytime sleepiness
  4. Reduced REM s
Ahmedempty   46   1 Reply
6 years ago
The mother of a 2-year-old child is frustrated because the child does not want to go to bed at the ...
The mother of a 2-year-old child is frustrated because the child does not want to go to bed at the ...
The mother of a 2-year-old child is frustrated because the child does not want to go to bed at the scheduled bedtime. The nurse should suggest that the parent:
 
  1. Offer the child a bedtime snack
  2. Eliminate one o
ktrcathy   43   1 Reply
6 years ago
A new mother is concerned that her 2-week-old daughter is not sleeping through the night. The nurse ...
A new mother is concerned that her 2-week-old daughter is not sleeping through the night. The nurse ...
A new mother is concerned that her 2-week-old daughter is not sleeping through the night. The nurse should respond that infants usually develop a nighttime pattern of sleep by:
 
  1. 1 month
  2. 2 months
  3
sfitz   43   1 Reply
6 years ago
Which of the following symptoms should the nurse assess with a client who is deprived of sleep? ...
Which of the following symptoms should the nurse assess with a client who is deprived of sleep? ...
Which of the following symptoms should the nurse assess with a client who is deprived of sleep?
 
  1. Elevated blood pressure and confusion
  2. Confusion and irritability
  3. Inappropriateness and rapid res
posiodensgurl   46   1 Reply
6 years ago
A client experiencing respiratory alkalosis as a result of asthma is likely to present with which of ...
A client experiencing respiratory alkalosis as a result of asthma is likely to present with which of ...
A client experiencing respiratory alkalosis as a result of asthma is likely to present with which of the following clinical signs? (Select all that apply.)
 
  1. A respiratory rate of 36 breaths per minute
  2. Complai
ccddhh   50   1 Reply
6 years ago
A client with partial-thickness burns over 40 of the body is likely to lose body fluid via: (Select ...
A client with partial-thickness burns over 40 of the body is likely to lose body fluid via: (Select ...
A client with partial-thickness burns over 40 of the body is likely to lose body fluid via: (Select all that apply.)
 
  1. Water vapor that is lost through the skin that is burned
  2. Plasma and interstitial fluids th
elizabeth702   52   1 Reply
6 years ago
Blood replacement or transfusion is the IV administration of whole blood or a component such as ...
Blood replacement or transfusion is the IV administration of whole blood or a component such as ...
Blood replacement or transfusion is the IV administration of whole blood or a component such as plasma, packed red blood cells (RBCs), or platelets. The minimum gauge IV cannula necessary for administering a blood transfusion is:
 
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Uyentrinh21   58   1 Reply
6 years ago
The nurse is discontinuing a client's IV line in preparation for the client's discharge home. Upon ...
The nurse is discontinuing a client's IV line in preparation for the client's discharge home. Upon ...
The nurse is discontinuing a client's IV line in preparation for the client's discharge home. Upon withdrawing the cannula from the peripheral site, the nurse notes that the tip of the cannula is missing. The first thing that the nurse should do is:
meknow   54   1 Reply
6 years ago
The nurse is preparing to replace a bag of IV fluids for a client receiving fluid therapy. When ...
The nurse is preparing to replace a bag of IV fluids for a client receiving fluid therapy. When ...
The nurse is preparing to replace a bag of IV fluids for a client receiving fluid therapy. When as-sessing the client, the nurse notes that the IV solution is not dripping. Which of the following should the nurse do to assess the patency of the site?
Sbermudez   27   1 Reply
6 years ago
A client has been hospitalized following a myocardial infarction. The client has an IV line run-ning ...
A client has been hospitalized following a myocardial infarction. The client has an IV line run-ning ...
A client has been hospitalized following a myocardial infarction. The client has an IV line run-ning with multiple drips.
 
  The nurse assesses the client's medical record to determine the last time the IV tubing was changed, be
Anastasia26   41   1 Reply
6 years ago
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