Question 1
Which nursing diagnosis should receive the highest priority when caring for a patient who is receiving total parenteral nutrition?
◦ Infection, Risk for
◦ Skin Integrity, Impaired
◦ Trauma, Risk for
◦ Fluid Volume, Risk for Imbalance
Question 2
What should the nurse do to meet the needs of the critically ill patient's family members? Select all that apply.
Note: Credit will be given only if all correct choices and no incorrect choices are selected.◦ Communicate to a single family member to cut down time wasted repeating information to all visitors
◦ Limit the number of visitors to significant others
◦ State specific facts about the patient's condition in a timely manner
◦ Express an attitude of hope, honesty, open communication, and caring
◦ Plan regular times for family visits throughout the day