The nurse is caring for a client who is having surgery the next morning. The client says, “I’m really scared about surgery. I’ve never been put to sleep before and I’m afraid I might not wake up.” Which response by the nurse is the most therapeutic?

“Why are you worried about such a minor procedure?” “We can call the doctor and cancel the surgery if you would prefer.” “It’s normal to be afraid of something ...

A 9-month-old child is registered to attend a local childcare clinic. Upon initial intake, the nurse discovers the child has received the first and second dose of the hepatitis B vaccine. What is the best course of action for the nurse to recommend to the parents?

no action; a third dose of the vaccine is not recommended immediately inoculate the child given the high risk of not having a third vaccine wait until the child...