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AEWBW

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A nurse is caring for a patient following surgery under a spinal anesthetic. What interventions can the nurse implement to prevent a spinal headache?
 
  A) Have the patient sit in a chair.
  B) Ambulate the patient.
  C) Limit fluids.
  D) Keep the patient lying flat.

Question 2

A patient is demonstrating signs of spiritual distress but refuses to be visited by clergy or to participate in religious services. What should the nurse do to help the patient?
 
  A) Arrange for a volunteer to read inspirational essays to the patient
  B) Do not challenge the patient's decision or attempt to change his mind
  C) Pray that the patient will come to recognize his need for spiritual support
  D) Talk with the hospital chaplain about looking in on the patient without talking about religion



joanwhite

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Answer to Question 1

D

Answer to Question 2

B
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Although a nurse should assist patients in their spiritual growth, the nurse's first commitment is to respect patients' wishes. A nurse should not challenge a patient's religious beliefs or attempt to change them. The nurse should not have inspirational essays read to the patient or talk with the hospital chaplain. The nurse may or may not want to pray about the patient's needs for spiritual support.



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