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What is emphasized as being easier to do than treat symptoms?
What is emphasized as being easier to do than treat symptoms?
- Use medications
- Prevent symptoms (correct)
- Inform others
- Educate about treatments
Which of the following is NOT a principle for supporting physical comfort?
Which of the following is NOT a principle for supporting physical comfort?
- Inform & educate
- Ignore symptoms (correct)
- Observe, record, and report
- Use medications
What is one of the nurse's roles in providing comfort?
What is one of the nurse's roles in providing comfort?
- Educate patients solely on medications
- Avoid recording changes
- Strictly administer medications
- Provide non-pharmacological comfort (correct)
Which type of medication is an example of a non-opioid analgesic?
Which type of medication is an example of a non-opioid analgesic?
Which principle of medication use suggests that combining medications may enhance effectiveness?
Which principle of medication use suggests that combining medications may enhance effectiveness?
Flashcards
Prevention is key
Prevention is key
Preventing discomfort is easier and more effective than treating it once it arises.
Individualized care
Individualized care
Different people have different needs and preferences. Tailoring care to individual patients ensures optimal comfort.
Observing and reporting
Observing and reporting
Observe for changes in patients' symptoms, document your findings, and communicate them to the medical team.
Non-pharmacological comfort
Non-pharmacological comfort
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Medications for comfort
Medications for comfort
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