A client tells the nurse that he is having difficulty sleeping.He says,"I don't want to use sleeping pills,but I'm thinking about getting some melatonin." Which of the following is most important for the nurse to include in a response to the client?

A) "Melatonin is an effective treatment for certain sleep disorders."
B) "Melatonin appears to be a relatively safe sleep aid for most people."
C) "You may experience some side effects, such as elevated blood pressure."
D) "Before taking melatonin, you should consult your primary care provider."

Which are characteristic of physical development of a 30-month-old child? (Select all that apply.)

A) Birth weight has doubled.
B) Primary dentition is complete.
C) Sphincter control is achieved.
D) Anterior fontanel is open.
E) Length from birth is doubled.
F) Left- or right-handedness is established.

A patient with a tracheostomy tube has thick,tenacious mucus that is difficult to remove.The nurse should choose which technique to suction the airway?

A) Normal saline instillation (NSI) before suctioning
B) Dry suctioning 1 time followed by NSI with suctioning 2 more times
C) Dry suctioning as long as the heart rate is above 60 beats/min
D) Dry suctioning

________ is an abnormal condition of the brain or mind.

A Pap smear is a screening technique that specifically examines:

A) vaginal mucus.
B) epithelial cells.
C) cervical cells.
D) hymen tissue.

The nurse assists a surgeon with central venous catheter insertion.Which action is necessary to help maintain sterile technique?

A) Closing the patient's door to limit room traffic while preparing the sterile field
B) Using clean procedure gloves to handle sterile equipment
C) Placing the nonsterile syringes containing flush solution on the sterile field
D) Remaining 6 inches away from the sterile field during the procedure

The nurse is caring for a patient receiving total parenteral nutrition (TPN) . Which action will the nurse take?

A) Run lipids for no longer than 24 hours.
B) Take down a running bag of TPN after 36 hours.
C) Clean injection port with alcohol 5 seconds before and after use.
D) Wear a sterile mask when changing the central venous catheter dressing.