A Client with Chronic Fatigue Syndrome Is Crying and Says

question 8

Multiple Choice

A client with chronic fatigue syndrome is crying and says "I can't do anything anymore. I can't even walk up a flight of stairs because I am so tired all the time. My spouse thinks I am just lazy, but I simply can't do anything that requires physical activity." Nursing interventions for this client should focus on

• A) discovering the cause of the fatigue and correcting it.
• B) helping the client manage and cope effectively.
• C) showing the client how to plan and group activities.
• D) working with the client to improve communicating needs to the spouse.

Understand principles of safe medication administration and documentation.

Identify factors affecting drug metabolism and route of administration.

Describe methods for reducing medication errors and ensuring patient safety.

Recognize the importance of patient education in medication administration.

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Definitions:

Lung Perfusion Scan

A diagnostic test that uses a radioactive substance to evaluate the circulation of blood in the lungs.

Radioactive Contrast Medium

A type of contrast agent used in medical imaging that contains radioactive materials to improve the visibility of internal organs or structures.

Pulmonary Blood Flow

involves the circulation of blood from the heart to the lungs and back, facilitating oxygenation of the blood.

Chronic Bronchitis

A long-term inflammation of the bronchial tubes, leading to coughing, phlegm, and breathing difficulties, often associated with smoking.