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Which nursing action is appropriate to help an 86-year-old patient who is having trouble concentrating and sleeping after the death of a spouse?

Which nursing intervention is appropriate for a patient with dementia who tends to become frightened and cry out at night?

A patient in the first trimester of pregnancy tells the nurse, “I urinate frequently and am not able to hold urine even for a short time.” Which strategy would the nurse suggest to ease the patient’s discomfort?

Which substance would the nurse teach a pregnant patient is a teratogen? Select all that apply.

A patient who is 6 months pregnant asks about proper placement of her seatbelt. Teaching by the nurse has been successful if the patient makes which statement?

Which evaluation is usually the first test to be performed when assessing for male infertility?

Which factor is the leading cause of injuries involving home medical oxygen?

Which service would the nurse suggest to a patient’s caregiver who wants to know if there are support services that allow time off from caregiving?

Which statement by a patient receiving treatment for a substance abuse problem best indicates an understanding of relapse prevention?

The nurse is assessing a pregnant patient who reports “my urine is dark and has a strong odor.” Which instruction would the nurse provide the patient?