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Destiiny22

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The nurse is caring for a terminally ill pediatric client. The parents have decided to remove their child from life support.
 
  This decision was met with much opposition from other nurses on the unit. Which action by the nurse displays the role of client advocate?
  A) Respecting the parents' decision
  B) Telling the parents they are making the right decision
  C) Asking to be assigned to a different client
  D) Referring the parents to social services

Question 2

A nurse is preparing to discharge a client who experienced a myocardial infarction. The client will have to make many lifestyle changes and the nurse is providing instruction on how to implement a heart-healthy lifestyle.
 
  Which is the best description of the client education the nurse presented to this client?
  A) Dependent function of nursing that needs a healthcare provider's order to implement.
  B) Important independent nursing function.
  C) Activity nurses learn on the job.
  D) Way to establish the client's dependence on the nurse.



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Answer to Question 1

Answer: A

The nurse best advocates for the family by supporting the family's right to make this decision. Telling the clients they are making the right decision is inappropriate and does not support advocacy. Referring the parents to another entity points to feelings of unease about the parents' choice. Asking to be assigned to another client does not honor the right of clients and families to make decisions about health care.

Answer to Question 2

Answer: B

State nurse practice acts include client teaching as a function of nursing, thereby making teaching a legal and professional responsibility. Nurses seek to help clients manage their health independently. Nurses begin to learn about teaching during their training. Nurses are not dependent on healthcare providers when determining the learning needs of the client.



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