When teaching a client how to cough productively, the nurse should instruct the client to:
a. drink plenty of fluids.
b. take an OTC (over-the-counter) cough expectorant.
c. cough from the diaphragm.
d. sit forward to clear the throat of phlegm.
Question 2
A client is prescribed potassium iodide for his cough. The nurse should instruct the client to:
a. mix the medication in fruit juice
b. avoid using this medication with food
c. measure the medication in a cup
d. avoid doing anything requiring mental alertness
The tone of the nurse-patient introduction sets the stage for the patient interview and patient care
In the communication technique of collaborating, the nurse sends the message that the nurse and pati
Patient teaching - eye assessment
Building a Client Base Cont.
The nurse begins the general survey