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Introduction to Nursing 203 Quizlet Questions
Question 1 of 5
A nurse refers a patient with a new colostomy to a support group. This nurse is practicing which of the following aims of nursing?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: The correct answer is D: facilitating coping. By referring the patient to a support group, the nurse is helping the patient cope with the emotional and psychological challenges of living with a new colostomy. This falls under the holistic care approach of nursing, addressing the patient's mental well-being. A: promoting health and B: preventing illness focus more on proactive measures to maintain health and prevent diseases, which are not directly related to the situation of the patient with a new colostomy. C: restoring health typically involves interventions to bring a patient back to their previous state of health, which may not apply to a patient with a permanent colostomy.
Question 2 of 5
The nurse cares for a client who just had a massive myocardial infarction (MI). Which of the following stress reduction techniques would be applicable to this client? Select all that apply.
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: The correct answer is A. Promoting a heart-healthy diet is essential for a client who just had a massive MI to reduce stress on the heart and prevent further complications. A diet high in fruits, vegetables, whole grains, and lean proteins can help manage cholesterol levels and blood pressure, reducing the workload on the heart. Encouraging smoking cessation (B) is also important as smoking increases the risk of another MI. While adequate sleep (C) and low-intensity exercise (D) are beneficial for overall health, they may not be suitable immediately after a massive MI due to the need for rest and careful monitoring of physical activity.
Question 3 of 5
The nurse is noting an order for a medication to be given TID. Which times will the nurse plan to administer the medication to the patient?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The correct answer is C (9 A.M., 1 P.M., and 5 P.M.) because TID stands for "ter in die," which means three times a day at equally spaced intervals. Administering the medication at 9 A.M., 1 P.M., and 5 P.M. follows this schedule, ensuring consistent therapeutic levels in the patient's system. A. Nightly before the patient goes to sleep is incorrect because TID does not imply administration at night. B. 9 A.M. and 9 P.M. is incorrect as it only covers two doses, not three as required for TID. D. 9 A.M., 1 P.M., 5 P.M., and 10 P.M. is incorrect because it includes an extra dose at 10 P.M., deviating from the TID dosing schedule.
Question 4 of 5
A patient has pitting pedal edema, crackles, and an elevated blood pressure. The nurse concludes that the patient has fluid volume excess. Which type of reasoning did the nurse use?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The correct answer is B: Inductive reasoning. The nurse used inductive reasoning by observing specific signs and symptoms (pitting pedal edema, crackles, elevated blood pressure) and making a general conclusion (fluid volume excess). Inductive reasoning involves deriving general principles from specific observations. A: Theoretical reasoning involves applying established theories or principles to a situation. In this case, the nurse is not applying a theoretical framework but rather drawing a conclusion from observed data. C: Deductive reasoning involves starting with a general principle and applying it to a specific situation to reach a specific conclusion. This is not the case here as the nurse started with specific symptoms and reached a general conclusion. D: Conceptual reasoning involves using abstract concepts or ideas to analyze a situation. The nurse's reasoning was more based on concrete observations rather than abstract concepts.
Question 5 of 5
During the health history, a client shares that the family attends church every Sunday. Which function of the family does this represent?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: The correct answer is D: Socialization. Attending church every Sunday as a family reflects the socialization function of the family. Socialization involves teaching values, norms, and beliefs to children within a culture or society. By attending church together, the family is participating in a social activity that reinforces shared values and beliefs. This helps children learn about social behaviors and expectations within their community. A: Physical - Attending church does not directly relate to physical functions of the family such as providing food, shelter, or healthcare. B: Economic - Attending church is not primarily related to financial aspects or economic functions of the family. C: Reproductive - Attending church does not pertain to the reproductive function of the family which involves procreation and child-rearing.