Author Question: The nurse is discussing the benefits of meditation to a colleague. Which of the nurse's statements ... (Read 57 times)

burton19126 · **on:** Jul 11, 2018

The nurse is discussing the benefits of meditation to a colleague. Which of the nurse's statements warrants correction?

A) When you meditate, you try to 'be' rather than 'do.'
B) Meditation can actually lower your blood pressure and keep you healthier..
C) When you meditate sometimes stressful and confusing issues become clearer..
D) Meditation is a useful activity for people who adhere to Easter religious traditions..

Question 2

During the nursing history and physical assessment of a patient with left-sided heart failure, which finding might the nurse expect related to the patient's diagnosis?

a. Orthopnea with bubbling crackles throughout the lungs
b. Anorexia with weight loss of 3 pounds in 1 week
c. Increased urinary output, especially during waking hours
d. Periorbital and facial edema

bhavsar · **Reply #1 on:** Jul 11, 2018

Answer to Question 1

D
Feedback:
The utility of meditation as a self-care activity is not noted to be limited to individuals from particular religious traditions. Physiological benefits and increased clarity of thought have been noted and the overarching focus of meditation is to emphasize being over doing.

Answer to Question 2

A
Left ventricular failure; the first is the signs and symptoms of decreased cardiac output. The second is pulmonary congestion. Signs and symptoms of this condition include dyspnea, orthopnea, pulmonary crackles, hemoptysis, and cough.