Author Question: Magnetic resonance imaging has confirmed a diagnosis of glioblastoma multiforme (GBM) in a ... (Read 54 times)

michelleunicorn · **on:** Jul 11, 2018

Magnetic resonance imaging has confirmed a diagnosis of glioblastoma multiforme (GBM) in a 56-year-old male patient. The nurse who is planning this patient's care should prioritize which of the following nursing actions?

A) Liaising with community agencies to organize long-term rehabilitation
B) Teaching the patient about the importance of healthy lifestyle in recovery from GBM
C) Choosing psychosocial interventions that are relevant to the patient's poor prognosis
D) Teaching the patient about the pharmacological interventions relevant to his treatment

Question 2

The nurse earlier infused the prescribed quantity of dialysate into the peritoneal dialysis catheter of an adult patient and has now drained the fluid.

Upon examination, the nurse observes that there is significantly less fluid removed than was earlier infused. How should the nurse follow up this observation?
A) Adjust the quantity of dialysate used in the next scheduled dialysis treatment accordingly.
B) Inform the care provider and arrange for peritoneal lavage.
C) Inform the hemodialysis team and facilitate a hemodialysis treatment.
D) Reposition the patient to facilitate drainage from the peritoneal cavity.