Author Question: A nurse cares for a client who is experiencing deteriorating neurologic functions. The client ... (Read 91 times)

saliriagwu · **on:** Jun 25, 2018

A nurse cares for a client who is experiencing deteriorating neurologic functions. The client states, I am worried I will not be able to care for my young children. How should the nurse respond?

a. Caring for your children is a priority. You may not want to ask for help, but you have to.
b. Our community has resources that may help you with some household tasks so you have energy to care for your children.
c. You seem distressed. Would you like to talk to a psychologist about adjusting to your changing status?
d. Give me more information about what worries you, so we can see if we can do something to make adjustments.

Question 2

A nurse teaches a client who is scheduled for a positron emission tomography scan of the brain. Which statement should the nurse include in this client's teaching?

a. Avoid caffeine-containing substances for 12 hours before the test.
b. Drink at least 3 liters of fluid during the first 24 hours after the test.
c. Do not take your cardiac medication the morning of the test.
d. Remove your dentures and any metal before the test begins.

jrpg123456 · **Reply #1 on:** Jun 25, 2018

Answer to Question 1

ANS: D
Investigate specific concerns about situational or role changes before providing additional information. The nurse should not tell the client what is or is not a priority for him or her. Although community resources may be available, they may not be appropriate for the client. Consulting a psychologist would not be appropriate without obtaining further information from the client related to current concerns.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: A
Caffeine-containing liquids and foods are central nervous system stimulants and may alter the test results. No contrast is used; therefore, the client does not need to increase fluid intake. The client should take cardiac medications as prescribed. Metal does not have to be removed; this is done for magnetic resonance imaging.