N109: Foundations in Nursing Practice

N109: Foundations in Nursing Practice Study Guide 141. A nurse refers a malnourished elderly client to the senior center for the lunchtime meal. What role is the nurse fulfilling in this situation? a. Facilitator b. Liaison c. Clinical supervisor d. Case manager 142. Which of the following outcomes should the nurse use to assess a family’s ability to manage the patient’s pain at home? a. When the patient states an increase in activity level b. When the patient states satisfaction with pain relief measures c. When the patient’s diary shows pain-free durations of time throughout the day d. All of the above 143. A mother of a five-year-old boy complains to the nurse that he is constantly touching his genitals and she would like advice on how to handle his behaviors. The nurse’s response should be based on the understanding that this behavior is ________ for this age group. a. Inappropriate b. Suggestive of deeper psychological issues c. Normal d. Unacceptable 144. Which evaluation by a nurse for a patient with a diagnosis of Alteration in Comfort (pain) indicates the need for revision of the care plan for the patient? a. The patient verbalizes satisfaction with her pain management b. The patient cooperates with the care plan c. The patient naps between assessments and activities d. The patient speaks in a slow, monotone voice 145. The statement, “Euphoria is an expected result of proper pain medication administration,” represents an unbiased viewpoint. a. True b. False 146. The best reason for the nurse to know about culture and religion of patients is so __________. a. The healthcare team is more efficient when this information is known b. The nurse can include this information in the care plan c. The nurse can arrange for other healthcare members based on this information d. None of the above

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