A nurse is caring for a client who has a traumatic brain injury and needs to relearn how to use eating utensils. The nurse should refer the client to which of the following members of the interprofessional team?
Social worker
Occupational therapist
Speech-language pathologist
Physical therapist
The Correct Answer is B
A. Social workers typically assist with psychosocial issues, resource management, and support services. While important, they may not have the specialized skills required for teaching eating utensil use.
B. Occupational therapists specialize in helping individuals regain the ability to perform activities of daily living, including eating, after injuries such as traumatic brain injury.
C. Speech-language pathologists focus on communication and swallowing disorders.
While they may be involved in therapy for clients with traumatic brain injury, their primary focus is not on teaching utensil use.
D. Physical therapists focus on mobility, strength, and function. While they may assist with overall rehabilitation after a traumatic brain injury, they are not specifically trained in teaching eating skills.
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Correct Answer is {"dropdown-group-1":"A","dropdown-group-2":"B"}
Explanation
A. Despite the client reporting thirst and frequent urination, the client's urine specific gravity of 1.010 is within the normal range (1.005 to 1.030). The above symptoms could be associated with the hyperglycemia.
B. There is no indication of a pneumothorax in the nurse's notes or diagnostic results.
C. The casual glucose level of 300 mg/dL is significantly above the normal range (less than 200 mg/dL), indicating hyperglycemia.
D. The client’s WBC level is elevated, 11,500/mm3 (5,000 to 10,000/mm3) thus indicating an infection.
Correct Answer is C
Explanation
A. Sterile gloves are not necessary for collecting sputum specimens. Clean gloves are typically sufficient.
B. Sputum specimens should be collected in a sterile container to prevent contamination.
C. Early morning specimens are preferred due to increased sputum production from the overnight accumulation of secretions.
D. Mouthwash may contain substances that interfere with sputum culture results, so specimens should be collected before mouthwash use.
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