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14. The nurse is caring for a Spanish speaking client, who speaks no English, the nurse uses an interpreter to communicate with the client. What is important for the nurse to do?

41.  A student nurse walks into a patient’s room and finds the patient lying on the floor.  Which of the following is important for the student nurse to do next?

28. The nurse is receiving a new client from the emergency room. The client fell from the roof of his house while doing repairs and has broken his leg. One hour after receiving pain medication, the client states, “My leg hurts more than it did before the medication”. As the client’s advocate, the nurse should do which of the following?

10. A client is scheduled to have knee surgery the next day.  Who is responsible for being the witness on the informed consent?

22. During shift change, the night shift nurse reports the client in 406 has been assertive with her comments to the nurse.  What should the day shift nurse expect when assessing the client?

32. A group of nurses are discussing a client’s care and there does not seem to be an obvious right or wrong option.  Which of the following terms describes this situation?

27. A client is going to have knee surgery next week. He tells the nurse that he has prepared an advanced directive and will bring it to the hospital when checking in. Which statement made by the client shows a need for education?

23. The nurse is teaching a class of new employees about abuse. Which of the following would require reporting to the social worker and/or reporting to the charge nurse?

48. Cultural Competence is a significant part of the role of the Practical Nurse.  Which of the following would be a good strategy for the nurse to use when communicating with patients from diverse cultures?

34. A nurse is preparing to flush an IV catheter. The nurse has performed the procedure a few times in the past but would like to review the proper steps. Which of the following sources should the nurse review?