Study guides, Class notes & Summaries

. All of the following would be considered subjective data, EXCEPT: a. Patient-reported health history b. Patient-reported signs and symptoms of their illness c. Financial barriers reported by the patient’s caregiver d. Vital signs obtained from the medical record ANS: D Subjective data is based on what patients or family members communicate to the nurse. Patientreported health history, signs and symptoms, and caregiver reported financial barriers would be considered subjective data. Vi...

NURSING 12 Maternal and Child Health Nursing Exam 1 1. A client asks the nurse what a third degree laceration is. She was informed that she had one. The nurse explains that this is: A. that extended their anal sphincter B. through the skin and into the muscles C. that involves anterior rectal wall D. that extends through the perineal muscle. 2. Betina 30 weeks AOG discharged with a diagnosis of placenta previa. The nurse knows that the client understands her care at home when ...

1. A new nurse is working with a preceptor on an inpatient medical-surgical unit. The preceptor advises the student that which is the priority when working as a professional nurse? a. Attending to holistic client needs b. Ensuring client safety c. Not making medication errors d. Providing client-focused care ANS: B All actions are appropriate for the professional nurse. However, ensuring client safety is the priority. Up to 98,000 deaths result each year from errors in hospital care, ac...