What drug classification is able to inhibit the growth of specific bacteria or cause the death of susceptible bacteria?

A nurse speaking to a client says, “Are you going to get out of bed, or are you just going to sleep all day and night? That is probably why you are overweight.” This is an example of which barrier to communication?

A parent brings the 18-month-old client into the clinic for his diphtheria, tetanus, and pertussis vaccine. The child has a runny nose, a fever of 102.1°F, and is coughing. What is the nurse’s best action?

Which of the following interventions is most appropriate in helping a client with early-stage dementia complete ADLs?

A nursing student is caring for a client who has foot ulcers. The client states, “I need help getting my hair washed before I can do anything else today.” “I feel awful and am ashamed of the way I look, I am having some visitors today.” The client has diagnostic testing, a dressing change, and meal counseling that needs to be done today. How will the student prioritize care with the nurse? 

The nurse is caring for a client with dementia who is getting dressed in the morning. The client puts both legs into one pant leg and becomes frustrated, stating, “This doesn’t make sense.” The nurse recognizes this as:

A nurse is providing care to several clients. The nurse performs handwashing with soap and water instead of an alcohol-based hand sanitizer for a client infected with which pathogen? 

Why are professional values important in nursing?

Each state has enacted laws that define the parameters of nursing. These legal sources of nursing are known as:

A patient with dysphagia has been admitted with a third episode of aspiration pneumonia in less than a year. The health care provider insists that for safety, the patient must have a feeding tube placed. The patient declines the tube and later asks the nurse if they should reconsider. What is the most appropriate nursing response?