The nurse is caring for a diabetic patient who expresses the desire to learn more about a diabetic diet in an attempt to gain better control of his blood sugar. The nurse's actions will be based on which non-nursing theory?
A) Change theory
B) Maslow's hierarchy of human needs
C) Neuman's systems model
D) Watson's theory of caring
Question 2
The nurse is caring for a patient who is on a ventilator. The nurse is bathing the patient and talking to them as she is carrying out care, as well as telling the patient what is going to happen next.
The nurse speaks to the patient in a soothing manner. The nurse is acting in which role? (Select all that apply)
A) Caregiver
B) Decision-maker
C) Communicator
D) Educator
E) Patient advocate
(A) Scratch test; patient is exposed to allergens through a light scratch on the skin; (B) Positive
Mechanical ventilation. The photograph shows a patient receiving breathing assistance by the use of
To check pupillary reflexes the nurse first holds the penlight
Patient teaching: ear assessment
Example of a patient’s ledger in practice management software.
Assisting the patient to transfer from the bed or examining table to a wheelchair.