NGN EXIT HESI

A pt presses the call bell and requests pain medication for a severe headache. To assess the quality of the pt. Pain, which approach should the nurse use? - ANS Ask the patient to describe the pain The nurse is wearing personal protective equipment while caring for a pt. When exiting the room, which PPE should be removed first? - ANS Gloves An older pt is brought to the ED with a sudden onset of confusion that occurred after experiencing a fall at home. The daughter, who has power of attorney, has brought the client's prescriptions. Which information should the nurse provide first when reporting to the healthcare provider using SBAR communication? - ANS Increasing confusion of the pt. A pt tells the nurse about working out with a personal trainer and swimming three times a week in an effort to lose weight and sleep better. The pt states that it still is taking hours to fall asleep at night. Which action should the nurse implement? - ANS Ask the pt for a description of the exercise schedule that is being followed 2 days prior to discharge from the rehab facility, the nurse is teaching a pt who is recovering from Guillain-Barre syndrome about home. Which actions should the nurse include when providing discharge teaching to the pt and spouse? SATA - ANS -review safe transfer strategies -develop a nutritional plan -help identify community support