The nurse is speaking with the family members about a client’s plan of care. The client’s daughter states, “Her living will stated she did not want to be intubated.” Which of the following actions by the nurse are the most appropriate? Select all that apply.
A 40-year-old woman is talking to a home care nurse about her husband’s infidelity and their subsequent divorce. The woman asks the nurse about providing for her children after her husband moves out. Which is an example of the nurse utilizing the planning portion of this client’s plan of care?
The nurse is caring for a client who was informed yesterday that amputation of the left leg is recommended. When the nurse attempts to discuss this with the client, he says the provider informed him that the leg was fine and he will go home any day now. What is most helpful in facilitating this client’s plan of care?
A nurse is working as part of an interdisciplinary team to make decisions for a client’s plan of care. Which of the following would the nurse utilize as part of collaboration with the interdisciplinary team? Select all that apply.
A nurse works in a medical rehabilitation facility and is developing a plan of care for a 68-year-old client who has been admitted to the facility. Which best describes an appropriate goal in providing healthcare for a client in this age group? Select all that apply.
When planning nursing care for a client, objectives should be SMART. Specific, measurable, action-oriented, realistic, and timely. Which example best describes an outcome that is measurable?
A nurse has arrived at the healthcare center to work the day shift and is getting ready for report. In order to best organize the day, which of the following is most important to consider while planning tasks?
The nurse is caring for a client with cancer. The client has discussed treatment options with the provider and agreed upon a plan that involves chemotherapy. The client tells the nurse that he is nervous about the side effects of the chemotherapy. Which of the following responses from the nurse is most appropriate?
A nurse case manager is working with a diabetic client to ensure that the client has the supplies needed to manage the condition at home. The case manager has developed a plan of care for the client and is listing appropriate outcomes related to the client’s self-care skills at home. Which of the following examples is most applicable in this situation?
The nurse is caring for a client with a neutrophil count of 490. Which of the following actions should the nurse implement? Select all that apply.
