A nurse is providing information to a client about durable power of attorney. The nurse should include that durable power of attorney is enforceable under which of the following conditions?

The client is incapable of providing self-care.

The client is unable to express their wishes.

The client is terminally ill.

The client has refused treatment

Answer and Explanation

The Correct Answer is B

A.   While durable power of attorney may come into effect if the client becomes incapacitated, it specifically pertains to healthcare decision-making rather than self- care activities.
B.   Durable power of attorney for healthcare decisions is enforceable when the client is unable to make or communicate their own healthcare decisions.
C.   Terminal illness may be a factor in the decision-making process, but durable power of attorney is not contingent upon terminal illness.
D.   Refusal of treatment is a separate issue from durable power of attorney and does not directly relate to the enforceability of a healthcare proxy.

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Correct Answer is ["A","C","E"]

Explanation

A. Hypocalcemia can lead to paresthesia, including tingling sensations around the lips.
B. Abdominal distention is not typically associated with hypocalcemia.

C. Hypocalcemia can result in a positive Trousseau's sign, where carpal spasm is induced by inflating a blood pressure cuff above the systolic pressure for a few minutes.
D. Chvostek's sign is typically positive in hypocalcemia, not negative.

E. Hypocalcemia can cause muscle cramps due to increased neuromuscular excitability.

A. Hold the dropper 3 cm (1.2 in) away from the client's eye. B. Massage the client's eyelids for 20 seconds after instillation. C. Wait 5 min between the administration of each medication. D. Ask the client to close their eyes tightly after instilling each medication.

Correct Answer is C

Explanation

A. The dropper should be held about 1 cm (0.4 in) away from the eye to avoid touching or injuring the eye or contaminating the dropper tip.
B. Massaging the eyelids after instillation is not a standard practice and may cause discomfort or injury to the eye.
C. Administering multiple ophthalmic medications requires a sufficient interval between doses to prevent interactions and ensure effectiveness.
D. Asking the client to close their eyes tightly may squeeze out some of the medication or increase intraocular pressure.

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