An LPN student nurse is assigned to shadow you for the day. When she learns one of the patients you are caring for has Hepatitis C, she states, “I might find another nurse to shadow. I really don’t feel comfortable caring for anyone with Hepatitis C.”What is your best response?
Answer(s): D
A patient walks to the nurse’s desk and casually mentions he is “going for a smoke” outside. When the LPN reminds him that the hospital has a strict no-smoking policy everywhere on campus, including outside, he becomes verbally abusive.What should the nurse’s first response be?
Answer(s): C
An LPN is having a serious discussion with a patient who is facing a major surgery. During their conversation, the LPN is careful to pause and allow for silence.Which of these is the best reason for him to do this?
Answer(s): B
An LPN learns her newly admitted female patient is of the Muslim faith.Which of these actions would not be appropriate to take before meeting the patient?
The LPN is receiving report on a newly admitted 14-year-old boy. He is described as being very bright and a good communicator, but his social interactions seem a bit “off.” He spends much of his time playing with his baseball card collection, which he has organized in a meticulous fashion.Given this information, which diagnosis does the nurse suspect the patient may have?
Answer(s): A
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