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Disease transmission from airborne contact in a dental setting is a result from what?

When leaving a patient to retrieve supplies, which barrier(s) should be removed and replaced when you return to the patient?

Which of the following can be done with a patient who is allergic to latex?

A child with autism spectrum disorder becomes increasingly distressed when the nurse learns that a scheduled activity must occur 30 minutes earlier than usual. Which intervention should the nurse implement?

A client taking acamprosate for alcohol use disorder tells the nurse, “My cravings are better, but I’ve been having diarrhea since starting this medication.” Which action should the nurse take?

A client taking disulfiram for alcohol use disorder tells the nurse, “I stopped drinking, but I still use my usual alcohol-containing mouthwash every morning.” Which response should the nurse make?

A client has been waiting to speak with the provider about discharge. The nurse notices the client walking rapidly between the dayroom and hallway. The client repeatedly looks toward the nurses’ station and says, “I’ve been waiting all morning. Nobody around here listens.” Which action should the nurse take?

A client with dementia repeatedly asks, “When is my husband coming to pick me up?” The client’s husband died many years ago. The client becomes tearful whenever staff explain that he has died. Which response by the nurse is most appropriate?

A client with functional neurologic symptom disorder experiences episodes of leg weakness. The spouse tells the nurse, “Whenever the weakness gets worse, I cancel everything, bring meals to bed, and handle all of the household responsibilities.” Which response should the nurse make?

A client tells the nurse, “I haven’t taken the bus in months. I’m afraid I’ll panic and won’t be able to get away if something happens. Now I only go places when my sister can drive me.” Which interpretation by the nurse is most appropriate?