A nurse working in a provider's office is reinforcing teaching with a client who is 14 weeks of gestation. The nurse should instruct the client to
... [Show More] immediately notify the provider if she experiences which of the following?
A. Facial edema
B. Urinary frequency
C. Acid indigestion
D. Breast leakage - Answer A. Facial edema
*The content of this question emphasizes the concept of client education by determining manifestations the client should be taught to immediately report to the provider. Client education is the provision of health-related education to clients to facilitate the acquisition of new knowledge and skills, adoption of new behaviors, and modification of attitudes. It is important for the client to be taught symptoms that should be immediately reported to the provider to prevent or reduce potential harm to herself or the fetus. Facial edema is an indication of pregnancy-induced hypertension and should be reported immediately to the provider.
A nurse working in a hospice facility is talking to a client's son who is distressed because his mother cries frequently and says she wants to die. Which of the following responses by the nurse is appropriate?
A. "I know this must be difficult, but your mother will calm down soon."
B. "Let's discuss some strategies you can use when this happens again."
C. "Individuals near death are ready to let go toward the end."
D. "Have you determined why she is crying and saying she is ready to die?" - Answer B. "Let's discuss some strategies you can use when this happens again."
*The content of this question emphasizes the concept of client-centered care through the use of therapeutic communication. Client-centered care focuses on the client and emphasizes the client's cultural, ethnic, and social values. The use of therapeutic communication assists the nurse to develop client relationships that foster trust and respect. This response by the nurse offers to provide information, which can reduce [Show Less]