A nurse is admitting an older woman (Grace Staples) to a long-term care facility. How should the nurse address the woman?
A) We will just call you Grace while you live here. Okay?
B) I know you have lots of grandchildren, Grandma.
C) What name do you want us to use for you?
D) I think you will enjoy living here, Sweetie.
Question 2
A nurse is caring for an Appalachian patient following her hysterectomy. Which of the following Appalachian values and beliefs should be considered when planning nursing care for this patient? Select all that apply.
A) Isolation is considered as a way of life.
B) Dependence and self-determination are valued.
C) Lifestyle is more revered than compliance with healthcare issues.
D) They may be fatalistic about losses and deaths.
E) There is a deep love, respect, and affection between people and the land.
F) Death is seen as a part of life and not feared.
A nurse administers an intermittent bolus feeding.
Critical thinking and implementing care
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