What level of prevention is a daily low-dose aspirin after a heart attack?

A new graduate nurse is giving an update to the patient’s doctor and accepting phone orders from the doctor.  Which action requires the preceptor to intervene in the new nurse’s actions?

Which finding would the nurse consider abnormal when performing a physical assessment on a 6-month-old?

A mother preparing for a breast biopsy tells the nurse, “If I lose my breast, I know my husband will no longer find me attractive.”  What response would be the most appropriate?

After providing care a nurse charts in the patient’s record.  Which entry should the nurse document?

Read the following scenario. In the space below write 2 objective signs from the scenario NOT including his diagnosis of COPD. A 73-year-old man has been admitted to the unit with a diagnosis of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease. He states that he has difficulty breathing when walking short distances. He also states that his “heart feels like it is racing.” (heart rate 110 beats per minute). He states that he is “tired all the time,” and while talking to you about his story, he is continually wringing his hands and looking out the window.

The role of the nurse regarding complementary and alternative medicine should include what?

Which are blocks to communication?  (Select all that apply)

Use your knowledge of Maslow’s hierarchy to prioritize the patient who needs to be seen first.

When communicating with an older adult what is important to remember?