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When communicating with a client who is partially hearing impaired, what should the nurse do?
Speak slowly in a low-pitched voice facing the client
How should the nurse document a client's statement 'I am so sick. I know I am going to die'?
Document the statement verbatim
What is a prerequisite for teaching a client a new psychomotor skill?
Assessing the client's psychomotor abilities
Why should a client taking Lanoxin be taught to take their pulse?
To monitor for signs of toxicity
Why should aluminum antacids not be taken with anti-TB drugs?
Because they decrease the effect of anti-TB drugs
Why should vitamin B6 (pyridoxine) be taken with antacids?
To reduce the risk of peripheral neuritis
What is the primary goal of assessing a client's psychomotor abilities before teaching a new skill?
To determine the client's ability to understand and demonstrate the skill
A client is taking Lanoxin and needs to be taught how to take their pulse. What is the primary reason for this?
To monitor the effect of the medication on the heart rate
A client is taking INH and experiences excessive bruising of the skin. What is the likely cause of this?
Thrombocytopenia, a side effect of INH
What laboratory test should be monitored for a client taking INH?
Liver function tests (AST, ALT)
What is the purpose of teaching a client to take their pulse before taking Lanoxin?
To monitor the effect of the medication on the heart rate
Why should the nurse monitor the client's liver function tests when taking INH?
To monitor for potential liver damage
Review key responsibilities for nurses when preparing to admit a partially hearing impaired client. Learn how to effectively communicate and document client statements accurately. Essential knowledge for nursing students and professionals.
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