Author Question: Joann, a registered nurse, requested that Heather, a student nurse, give Mrs. Harris a bath in the ... (Read 57 times)

eruditmonkey@yahoo.com · **on:** Jul 22, 2018

Joann, a registered nurse, requested that Heather, a student nurse, give Mrs. Harris a bath in the morning because she was going to surgery.

As Joann prepared Mrs. Harris for surgery, she noted that she had not yet had her bath, and it was too late to give her one because surgery was calling for the patient. Joann needed to give feedback to Heather. Where would be the most appropriate place for Joann to provide Heather this feedback?
A. In the hallway
B. At the nurse's station
C. In the patient's room
D. In the conference room

Question 2

William is a student nurse who is helping admit Mr. Farley, a 77-year-old man, to the surgical floor of an acute care hospital.

Mr. Farley has an abdominal tumor that is scheduled to be removed; he has had nothing by mouth (NPO) since midnight in preparation for his surgery. As William is assessing Mr. Farley, he notes that his skin is very dry and scaly. Which of the following should William investigate further as the most likely cause for Mr. Foley's dry skin?
A. Dehydration from being NPO
B. The use of excessive soap when bathing
C. The onset of psoriasis due to anxiety about the surgery
D. Drinking too many caffeinated beverages

cloud · **Reply #1 on:** Jul 22, 2018

Answer to Question 1

D
If the staff member's performance is not satisfactory, give constructive and appropriate feedback. Feedback given should be specific in regard to any mistakes that the staff members make, explaining how to avoid the mistake or a better way to handle the situation. Give feedback in private to preserve the staff member's dignity. When giving feedback, make sure to focus on things that are changeable, choose only one issue at a time, and give specific details.

Answer to Question 2

B
Excessively dry skin is common in older adults and persons who use excessive amounts of soap during bathing. Other factors causing dry skin include lack of humidity, exposure to sun, smoking, stress, excessive perspiration, and dehydration. Excessive dryness worsens existing skin conditions.