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cabate · **on:** Jul 11, 2018

Following a chest X-ray, a patient has been diagnosed with a pleural effusion. The care team has concluded that the quantity of fluid in the patient's intrapleural space necessitates thoracentesis.

What patient education should the nurse provide in anticipation of this procedure?
A) You can move around as normal after the procedure is finished, and I've applied a bandage over the site.
B) The doctor will ask you to cough a few times to facilitate the insertion of the needle.
C) If you're unable to lie on your side, you can sit upright and support yourself on your overbed table.
D) It's very important that you remain still while the doctor is performing the procedure.

Question 2

Which of the following is the most effective nursing action for an elderly person who becomes violent/physically abusive?

A) Understanding that elderly persons have weakened physical conditions and are unlikely to cause harm to themselves or others.
B) Scheduling time for supervised walking.
C) Putting persons in situations that trigger the behavior to desensitize the person.
D) Getting help to protect self and others.

C.mcnichol98 · **Reply #1 on:** Jul 11, 2018

Answer to Question 1

D

Answer to Question 2

D
Feedback:
Appropriate nursing actions for a violent/physically abusive elderly person include getting help to protect self and others; and avoiding putting persons in situations that trigger behaviors. Elderly persons do not necessarily have weakened physical conditions and may harm themselves or others, especially if the person feels threatened. Scheduling time for supervised walking is an appropriate intervention for wandering.