What is the priority nursing action when caring for a client with a new colostomy?

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Question 1 of 5

What is the priority nursing action when caring for a client with a new colostomy?

Correct Answer: A

Rationale: Teaching stoma care empowers the client to manage their colostomy independently, promoting self-care and confidence.

Question 2 of 5

In caring for a client with a wound infection, which intervention is most important to promote healing?

Correct Answer: A

Rationale: Administering antibiotics treats the underlying infection, promoting wound healing and preventing systemic complications.

Question 3 of 5

What should the nurse include in the inter-shift report to nursing colleagues?

Correct Answer: D

Rationale: A change-of-shift report should include instructions given in a teaching plan and the clients response. This should not include detailed content unless staff members ask for clarification.

Question 4 of 5

Which of the following is an example of a problem statement used in the Problem-Intervention-Evaluation documentation method?

Correct Answer: A

Rationale: The problem is reflected by a nursing diagnosis while the interventions are related to nursing actions directed toward minimizing or eliminating the problem.

Question 5 of 5

What is the primary reason for using restraints in a healthcare setting?

Correct Answer: B

Rationale: Restraints should only be used to prevent self-harm or harm to others, never for punishment or convenience.

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