130 Final Exam Guide

A nurse is caring for a client who is hospitalized for the treatment of severe depression. Which of the following nursing approaches is therapeutic to include in the client's plan of care? Giving the client choices of activities Encouraging decision-making Playing a game of chess with the client Spending time sitting with the client {Ans: Spending time sitting with the client}A nurse on a medical-surgical unit has accepted a transfer to the intensive care unit (ICU). Prior to transfer to the ICU, the nurse completes an online critical care and emergency nursing course. The nurse is demonstrating which of the following ethical principles? Fidelity Nonmaleficence Veracity Autonomy {Ans: Nonmaleficence}A hospice nurse is caring for a patient with end stage renal disease. The nurse's commitment to the principle of autonomy is demonstrated by? The nurse helps the client prepare a durable power of attorney document. The nurse administers the pain medication to the client. The nurse promises to provide a counselor for the client. The nurse gives the client undivided attention when listening to concerns by the client. {Ans: The nurse helps the client prepare a durable power of attorney document.}A nurse is caring for a client who