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"Perform 20 minutes of cardiovascular exercise 1 hour before bedtime.” Exercise promotes sleep, but performing it too close to bedtime can be stimulating and interfere with falling asleep. It is better to complete vigorous activity at least 2–3 hours before bedtime.

"If you are unable to sleep, wait 1 hour before trying a quiet activity." It is not recommended to stay in bed for an extended time if unable to sleep. A quiet activity should be initiated within 20 minutes to avoid associating the bed with wakefulness.

"Avoid caffeinated beverages 2 hours prior to bedtime." Caffeine can disrupt sleep and should generally be avoided at least 6 hours before bedtime, depending on individual sensitivity, as its effects can be long-lasting.

Initiate oxygen at 8 L/min via a nonrebreather mask: While oxygen administration may be helpful in promoting fetal oxygenation, it is not the immediate priority. Relieving pressure on the umbilical cord takes precedence to prevent fetal hypoxia.

Attempt to replace the protruding cord through the cervical os: Replacing the cord into the uterus is contraindicated as it can cause trauma, infection, or worsen the compression. The correct response is to relieve pressure, not reposition the cord.

Place the client in reverse Trendelenburg position: The reverse Trendelenburg position does not effectively relieve cord compression. More effective positions include knee-chest or modified Sims to use gravity to shift the fetus away from the cord.

Projection: Projection involves attributing one's own unacceptable thoughts or feelings to someone else. For example, a person who overeats might accuse others of having poor self-control, rather than acknowledging their own behavior.

Introjection: Introjection is the unconscious adoption of another person’s ideas, values, or behaviors as one’s own. It does not explain the client’s channeling of impulses into positive action, which is better described by sublimation.

Dissociation: Dissociation involves a disconnection from thoughts, feelings, memories, or sense of identity. It is often seen in trauma-related disorders, not in purposeful, constructive activities like giving presentations.

Skilled nursing facility: A skilled nursing facility is intended for clients who need long-term or complex medical care. This option is more appropriate for clients, not caregivers, and does not directly address caregiver exhaustion.

Assisted living: Assisted living facilities are designed for individuals who need help with activities of daily living but do not require full-time nursing care. This is not a suitable solution for caregiver fatigue if the client can still be managed at home.

Rehabilitation services: Rehabilitation services, such as physical or occupational therapy, are directed at the client’s recovery needs, not the caregiver's. While helpful for client function, they do not provide relief to the caregiver.

Hang the transfusion with dextrose 5% in 0.9% sodium chloride: Blood products should only be administered with 0.9% sodium chloride. Dextrose-containing solutions can cause red blood cell clumping and hemolysis, making them unsafe for use during transfusion.

Infuse the transfusion over 5 hr: Blood transfusions must be completed within 4 hours to reduce the risk of bacterial growth. Infusing over 5 hours exceeds this safe limit and increases the risk of infection.

Monitor vital signs every hour throughout the transfusion: While hourly monitoring may be appropriate, the nurse must assess vital signs more frequently at the beginning before starting, 15 minutes after initiation, and then per facility protocol (often every 30–60 minutes). Early detection of reactions is crucial.

Set the hot water heater to 52° C (125° F): This temperature is too high and increases the risk of scalding. The recommended setting for home water heaters is below 49° C (120° F) to prevent burns in infants and young children.

Place the playpen near a heat vent during cold weather: Placing the playpen near a heat vent can expose the infant to burns or overheating. It's important to maintain a safe distance from direct heat sources.

After feeding, place the newborn on his stomach: Placing a newborn on the stomach increases the risk of sudden infant death syndrome (SIDS). The correct position is on the back for sleep.

When the client has a cognitive disorder: A cognitive disorder does not automatically remove a client’s right to confidentiality. Information should still be protected unless the client has a legal guardian or specific exceptions apply.

When the client's hospitalization is involuntary: Even in involuntary admissions, the client retains rights to confidentiality. Disclosure requires consent unless there is a risk of harm to self or others.

When a member of the client's immediate family requests information: Confidentiality must be maintained unless the client provides explicit permission for the information to be shared with family.

Place the client in restraints: Restraints are a last-resort intervention and should only be used when the client poses an immediate danger to self or others and less restrictive methods have failed. Initiating restraints first violates the client’s rights and can escalate agitation.

Escort the client to a place of seclusion: Seclusion, like restraints, is a restrictive intervention that should only be used after less invasive strategies have been attempted. Removing a client without consent may also worsen their aggression or fear.

Offer the client PRN medication: While medication may be helpful in calming the client, it should not be the first step unless the client is in imminent danger or past strategies have failed. Attempting non-pharmacologic interventions first respects the client’s autonomy.