A Nurse Is Providing Instructions for a Patient Who Is

question 30

Multiple Choice

A nurse is providing instructions for a patient who is to begin wearing a Holter monitor. Which of the following statements indicates further teaching is necessary?

• A) "I should press this button if I feel any chest pain or pressure."
• B) "I need to write down what I eat each day."
• C) "I should make notes about the activities I'm doing while I wear the monitor."
• D) "I'll wear this for 2 days so the doctor can be sure to capture anything that may be going on."

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Definitions:

Abandoned Children

Children who have been left by their parents or guardians without any care, support, or communication, leading to concerns over their welfare and development.

Chorionic Villus Sampling

A prenatal test that involves taking a sample of the chorionic villi from the placenta to test for genetic abnormalities in the fetus.

Catheter

A medical device used to allow for the drainage or injection of fluids from or into the body.

Amniotic Sac

A fluid-filled sac that surrounds and protects the embryo and fetus in the uterus, providing a buoyant, cushioned environment.