A nurse has been working with a client for several days during the client’s recovery from a femoral head fracture. How should the nurse best evaluate whether client education regarding the prevention of falls in the home has been effective?

The caregiver for a patient who is immobile and requires tube feedings asks the nurse to explain respite care. How does the nurse best explain this type of care?

What type of care might the nurse suggest to help a client who suffers from painful rheumatoid arthritis, a chronic autoimmune disease?

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?