The nurse is teaching students about the older adult population and normal aging. Which statement by a nursing student indicates an understanding of older adults and pain?

A 30-year-old female is describing feelings of hopelessness and depression. She has attempted self-mutilation and has a history of prior suicide attempts. She describes difficulty sleeping at night and has lost 4.5 kg (10 lb) in the past month. Which of the following is the nurse's best response in this situation?

When assessing capillary refill the color returns within a few seconds. What does this indicate?

A 4-year-old boy is brought to the emergency department by his mother. She says he points to his stomach and says, "It hurts so bad." Which pain assessment tool would be the best choice when assessing this child's pain?

The nurse has used interpretation regarding a patient's statement or actions. After using this technique, it would be best for the nurse to:

During a cardiovascular assessment, the nurse knows that a thrill is:

The nurse is listening to the breath sounds of a patient with severe asthma. Air passing through narrowed bronchioles produces which adventitious sounds?

While auscultating heart sounds, the nurse hears a murmur. Which of these modes should be used to assess this murmur?

During a health encounter with a patient, which statement by the patient demonstrates readiness for a health education intervention?

When auscultating the lungs to assess breath sounds, what anatomical landmark will indicate the bases of the lung fields?

In performing a breast examination, the nurse knows that examining the upper outer quadrant of the breast is especially important. The reason for this is that the upper outer quadrant is: