A client is being seen by her family physician for symptoms of insomnia and significant weight loss that occurred over the previous 2 months.
The physician, aware that the client's husband has died recently, says, Describe how it has been for you since your husband died. What is the purpose of this query?
1. To determine the risk for pathologic grief and the need for grief therapy
2. To learn whether the client has a significant support system
3. To rule out factors that may interfere with diagnosing her illness
4. To display an attitude of concern and sympathy to the client
Question 2
A nurse planning care for a client experiencing anticipatory grief will base care on the fact that anticipatory grief:
1. Is associated with high risk for depression
2. Requires a longer period of time to effect resolution
3. Is associated with fewer expressions of guilt
4. Prevents development of symptoms of depression
Nurse examining and measuring hematuria sample from client with a UTI
A physician is performing a colonoscopy on a client and viewing the internal structures of the colon
The physician uses percussion—tapping—to detect sound or vibration.
a) Shift your weight at the end of your reach. b) Avoid overreaching.
Clinically Significant Drug-Food Interactions in Dentistry
Position the client