The nurse is caring for a patient after an open abdominal aortic aneurysm repair. The nurse requests an abdominal binder and carefully applies the binder. Which is the best explanation for the nurse to use when teaching the patient the reason for the binder?

A) It reduces edema at the surgical site.
B) It secures the dressing in place.
C) It immobilizes the abdomen.
D) It supports the abdomen.

A nurse who works in a neonatal intensive care unit is caring for a critically ill infant with a poor prognosis.She is Christian and feels responsible to care for both the physical and spiritual needs of the infant and his parents.What is the best statement for the nurse to make to the parents of the infant?

A) "You should have the child baptized so that its soul will be saved."
B) "Would you like me to call the chaplain to christen your child at the bedside?"
C) "What can I do to support your spiritual needs?"
D) "I have asked my pastor to stop by and talk to you."

The Americans With Disabilities Act (ADA) defines a disability as a physical or mental impairment that substantially interferes with a person's ability to engage in major life activities.Among the various disabilities in the United States,which of the following is the most prevalent?

A) Vision
B) Hearing
C) Ambulation
D) Learning

A patient suddenly develops right lower-quadrant pain,nausea,vomiting,and rebound tenderness.How should the nurse classify this patient's pain?

A) Acute
B) Chronic
C) Intractable
D) Neuropathic

Mr.Norquay,51,who lives in a rural community in Northern Manitoba,is having his blood glucose monitored at a clinic 100 kilometres away by using a mobile connection to his glucometer.This remote monitoring is possible through which of the following technologies?

A) Picture and archiving communication
B) Telehealth technologies
C) Point of care technology
D) Infoway informatics system

While completing a physical examination,the nurse positions a female patient supine during palpation of the breasts.What information should the nurse provide for the patient regarding the positioning?

A) Your breast exam will be less painful when you are lying down.
B) It is easier to feel the breast tissue when you are lying on your back.
C) The examination will take a few minutes and you will be more comfortable lying down.
D) Breast abnormalities are easier to visualize with the client in the supine position.

For which patients are electronic infusion devices (EIDs) used? (Select all that apply. )

A) Those who require low hourly rates
B) Those who are at risk for volume overload
C) Those who have impaired renal clearance
D) Those who are receiving fluids that require a specific hourly volume

"I'm such a loser.I had that job for only a month." Identify appropriate nursing outcome criteria for this individual.

A) The patient will verbalize three life areas in which he or she functions well.
B) The patient will find new employment before the next clinic visit.
C) The patient will confront his or her former boss about work problems.
D) The patient will identify why he or she is considered a bad employee.

For the first time, the nurse is seeing a patient who has no history of nutrition-related problems. Which activity should the initial nutritional screening include?

A) Anthropometric measures
B) Calorie count of nutrients
C) Complete physical examination
D) Measurement of weight and weight history

Which of the following demonstrates a desired outcome following a community safety education workshop?

A) Removal of all poisonous products from a home
B) Demonstrating the correct use of child safety seats
C) Replacement of batteries in a hearing aid
D) Using a bow knot with a quick release on a bed frame restraint