"Unruffle the field" around pressure areas by placing hands with palms away from the body and moving hands away in a sweeping gesture [C0508107] [U000001] ----
Use 100% oxygen at 5 to 8 L to fill resuscitation bag [C0516200] [U008280] ----
Use a 19-gauge needle and 35-cc syringe to clean deep ulcers [C0516204] [U008284] ----
Use a bed alarm to alert caretaker that individual is getting out of bed, as appropriate [C0516205] [U008285] ----
Use a behavior modification plan, as appropriate, to reinforce the problem-solving strategy that is being taught [C0516206] [U008286] ----
Use a belt to assist a patient who can stand with assistance, as appropriate [C0516207] [U008287] ----
Use a calm and unhurried approach when interacting with the patient [C0516208] [U008288] ----
Use a calm, matter-of-fact approach when responding to socially unacceptable sexual remarks and behavior [C0516209] [U008289] ----
Use a calm, matter-of-fact, reassuring approach [C0516210] [U008290] ----
Use a calm, nonpunitive approach when dealing with self-harmful behavior(s) [C0516211] [U008291] ----
Use a calm, reassuring approach [C0516212] [U008292] ----
Use a co-leader, as appropriate [C0516213] [U008293] ----
Use a coleader, as appropriate [C0516213] [U008294] ----
Use a cup with a large handle, if necessary [C0516214] [U008295] ----
Use a gait belt to assist with transfer and ambulation, as needed [C0516216] [U008297] ----
Use a mirror to facilitate sitting and standing postural alignment, if appropriate [C0516218] [U008299] ----
Use a moist cloth next to the skin to increase the sensation of cold/heat, when appropriate [C0516219] [U008300] ----
Use a multidisciplinary approach to pain management, when appropriate [C0516220] [U008301] ----
Use a pacifier that has been cleaned or sterilized daily, is used with only one patient, and has had no contact with contaminated areas, such as the floor [C0516221] [U008302] ----
Use a rhythmical, soothing, monotone voice during patient induction [C0516222] [U008303] ----
Use a series of interactions to discover the meaning of behavior [C0516223] [U008304] ----
Use a soft toothbrush for removal of dental debris [C0516224] [U008305] ----
Use a soft, low-speaking voice [C0516225] [U008306] ----
Use a support group during transitional stages to help patient adjust to a new life-style [C0516226] [U008307] ----
Use a therapeutic bed/mattress, if appropriate [C0516227] [U008308] ----
Use a transfer board, as appropriate [C0516228] [U008309] ----
Use a value sheet clarifying technique (written situation and questions), as appropriate [C0516229] [U008310] ----
Use a wheelchair to move a patient unable to walk [C0516230] [U008311] ----
Use a written contract, if deemed appropriate [C0516231] [U008312] ----
Use accepted nutritional standards to assist client in evaluating adequacy of dietary intake [C0516232] [U008313] ----
Use aerosol therapy, as appropriate [C0516233] [U008314] ----
Use alterations in machine-derived data as an impetus for reassessing the patient [C0516234] [U008315] ----
Use an adequate number of personnel to transfer patient [C0516235] [U008316] ----
Use an ambulance for a seriously injured patient [C0516236] [U008317] ----
Use an approach that is consistent (e.g., kind firmness, active friendliness, passive friendliness, matter-of-fact, and no demands) when interacting with the patient and that reflects the particular needs and capabilities of that patient [C0516237] [U008318] ----
Use an incubator, stretcher, or bed to move a weak, injured, or surgical patient from one area to another [C0516239] [U008320] ----
Use an infusion pump for delivery of TPN solutions [C0516240] [U008321] ----
Use an ultrasonic nebulizer, as appropriate [C0516241] [U008322] ----
Use anticipatory guidance to prepare patient for changes in body image that are predictable [C0516242] [U008323] ----
Use antimicrobial soap for hand washing, as appropriate [C0516243] [U008324] ----
Use appropriate blood retrieval system [C0516244] [U008325] ----
Use appropriate devices to keep heels and bony prominences off the bed [C0516245] [U008326] ----
Use appropriate hold when manually restraining patient in emergency situations or during transport [C0516247] [U008328] ----
Use appropriate questions to assist the child and adolescent to reflect on what is important personally [C0516248] [U008329] ----
Use appropriate questions to assist the patient in reflecting on the situation and what is important personally [C0516249] [U008330] ----
Use appropriate specimen for the bedside test being performed [C0516250] [U008331] ----
Use arterial line monitoring to improve accuracy of blood pressure readings, if appropriate [C0516251] [U008332] ----
Use aseptic technique, as appropriate [C0516252] [U008333] ----
Use assessment tools (e.g., paper and pencil measures, audiotape, videotape, or interactional exercises with other people) to help increase patient's self-awareness and counselor's knowledge of situation, as appropriate [C0516253] [U008334] ----
Use assistive devices for immobilization [C0516254] [U008335] ----
Use assistive devices to support extremities and head [C0516255] [U008336] ----
Use behavior modification techniques to promote behaviors that contribute to weight gain and to limit weight loss behaviors [C0516256] [U008337] ----
Use behavioral contracting with patient to elicit desired weight gain or maintenance behaviors [C0516257] [U008338] ----
Use biofeedback to assist patient to know correct muscles are contracting and strength of muscle contractions [C0516258] [U008339] ----
Use blanket roll at newborn's back to position on side [C0516259] [U008340] ----
Use case examples to enhance the patient's problem-solving skills, as appropriate [C0516260] [U008341] ----
Use chest vibration in combination with postural drainage, as appropriate [C0516261] [U008342] ----
Use clean or sterile technique for catheterization [C0516262] [U008343] ----
Use clean technique in administering tube feedings [C0516263] [U008344] ----
Use clear words, such as dead or died, rather than euphemisms [C0516264] [U008345] ----
Use closed-system cardiac output setup [C0516265] [U008346] ----
Use closed-system suction for patient with pulmonary edema on mechanical ventilation with PEEP, as appropriate [C0516266] [U008347] ----
Use communication skills--such as focusing, reflecting, and restating--to develop the relationship [C0516267] [U008348] ----
Use community resources, as appropriate [C0516268] [U008349] ----
Use computer-assisted instruction, television, interactive video, and other technologies to convey information [C0516269] [U008350] ----
Use consistent repetition of health routines as a means of establishing them [C0516271] [U008352] ----
Use cooling mattress and tepid baths to adjust altered body temperature, as appropriate [C0516272] [U008353] ----
Use daily acupressure applications during the first week of treatment for pain [C0516273] [U008354] ----
Use data tracking to monitor family [C0516274] [U008355] ----
Use demonstration and return demonstration, as appropriate [C0516275] [U008356] ----
Use demonstrations/return demonstrations, learner participation, and manipulation of materials when teaching psychomotor skills [C0516276] [U008357] ----
Use designated isolation precautions, as appropriate [C0516277] [U008358] ----
Use developmentally appropriate language when explaining procedures to children [C0516278] [U008359] ----
Use devices on the bed (e.g., sheepskin) that protect the patient [C0516279] [U008360] ----
Use direct questions to refocus back to life events, if patient digresses [C0516280] [U008361] ----
Use distraction alone or in conjunction with other measures, as appropriate [C0516281] [U008362] ----
Use distraction, as appropriate [C0516282] [U008363] ----
Use distraction, rather than confrontation, to manage behavior [C0516283] [U008364] ----
Use double voiding technique [C0516284] [U008365] ----
Use drawings to determine the effects of stress events (e.g., hospitalization, divorce, or abuse) on patient [C0516285] [U008366] ----
Use drawings, puppetry, and dramatic play to see how younger sibling perceives events [C0516286] [U008367] ----
Use each leech for only one patient to prevent transfer of infection from another patient [C0516287] [U008368] ----
Use either the head tilt or jaw thrust maneuver to maintain an airway [C0516288] [U008369] ----
Use electric razor, instead of straight-edge, for shaving [C0516289] [U008370] ----
Use environmental cues (e.g., signs, pictures, clocks, calendars, and color coding of environment) to stimulate memory, reorient, and promote appropriate behavior [C0516290] [U008371] ----
Use extension equipment for pulling on clothing, if appropriate [C0516291] [U008372] ----
Use external controls (e.g., physical or manual restraint, time outs, and seclusion) as needed, to calm patient who is expressing anger in a maladaptive manner [C0516292] [U008373] ----
Use familiar language [C0516294] [U008375] ----
Use family history taking to encourage family discussion [C0516295] [U008376] ----
Use fibrinolytic agents to open occluded VAD, as appropriate and according to agency policy [C0516296] [U008377] ----
Use finger pressure or wristbands to apply pressure to selected acupoint for treating nausea [C0516297] [U008378] ----
Use gestures/objects to increase comprehension of verbal communications [C0516298] [U008379] ----
Use gloves, eyeshield, and clothing to prevent direct contact with blood [C0516299] [U008380] ----
Use group discussions and role playing to influence health beliefs, attitudes, and values [C0516300] [U008381] ----
Use group presentations to provide support and lessen threat to learners experiencing similar problems or concerns, as appropriate [C0516301] [U008382] ----
Use guided imagery alone or in conjunction with other measures, as appropriate [C0516302] [U008383] ----
Use hair care products of patient's preference, as available [C0516303] [U008384] ----
Use hand gestures, as appropriate [C0516304] [U008385] ----
Use heat mattress and warm blankets to adjust altered body temperature, as appropriate [C0516305] [U008386] ----
Use human figure drawings to determine patient's self-concept [C0516306] [U008387] ----
Use humor and encourage patient to use humor to relieve anxiety or embarrassment [C0516307] [U008388] ----
Use informal networks to accomplish goals [C0516308] [U008389] ----
Use intermittent catheterization to reduce the incidence of bladder infection [C0516309] [U008390] ----
Use intermittent or telemetry fetal monitoring, if available, to facilitate maternal ambulation and comfort [C0516310] [U008391] ----
Use interpreter, as necessary [C0516311] [U008392] ----
Use Kinetic Family Drawings to determine family interaction patterns [C0516201] [U008281] ----
Use labels or signs to warn workers of potential worksite hazards [C0516312] [U008393] ----
Use lay terms to describe the sensations [C0516313] [U008394] ----
Use lectures to convey the maximal amount of information, when appropriate [C0516314] [U008395] ----
Use leeches only if patient has an intact arterial blood supply to prevent infection from the endosymbiotic bacterium present in gut of the leech [C0516315] [U008396] ----
Use low tone of voice with a slow, rhythmical pace of words [C0516316] [U008397] ----
Use maneuvers to release shoulder dystocia (e.g., suprapubic pressure or McRobert's maneuver), as appropriate [C0516317] [U008398] ----
Use massage alone or in conjunction with other measures, as appropriate [C0516318] [U008399] ----
Use mechanical device (e.g., C-type clamp) for applying pressure for longer periods, if appropriate [C0516319] [U008400] ----
Use mechanical suction to remove meconium from lower airway [C0516320] [U008401] ----
Use memory aids: checklists, schedules, and reminder notices [C0516321] [U008402] ----
Use modulated voice when guiding the imagery experience [C0516322] [U008403] ----
Use motor activities that require attention to and use of both sides of the body [C0516323] [U008404] ----
Use multidisciplinary projects and committees as forums to educate physicians about related nursing issues [C0516324] [U008405] ----
Use multiple sessions, as directed by the specific situation [C0516325] [U008406] ----
Use multiple teaching modalities, as appropriate [C0516326] [U008407] ----
Use mutual goal setting, as appropriate [C0516327] [U008408] ----
Use nonionic detergent preparation, such as Peri-Wash, for cleansing, as appropriate [C0516328] [U008409] ----
Use nontechnical language [C0516329] [U008410] ----
Use orders, agency policies, and procedures to guide appropriate method of medication administration [C0516331] [U008412] ----
Use pacifier after feedings, if infant demonstrates continual need to suck [C0516332] [U008413] ----
Use padded siderails [C0516333] [U008414] ----
Use pain control measures before pain becomes severe [C0516334] [U008415] ----
Use paper, pencil, or computer communication, when necessary [C0516335] [U008416] ----
Use partially-filled water mattress on bed to limit mobility, as appropriate [C0516336] [U008417] ----
Use passive and/or active range-of-motion exercises to relieve muscle tension [C0516337] [U008418] ----
Use patient contracting, as appropriate [C0516338] [U008419] ----
Use patient's language as much as possible [C0516339] [U008420] ----
Use peak drug levels when testing for toxicity [C0516340] [U008421] ----
Use peer leaders, teachers, and support groups in implementing programs to groups less likely to listen to health professionals or adults (i.e., adolescents), as appropriate [C0516341] [U008422] ----
Use percussion with postural drainage by cupping hands and clapping the chest wall in rapid succession to produce a series of hollow sounds [C0516342] [U008423] ----
Use periods of silence to communicate interest, as appropriate [C0516343] [U008424] ----
Use permissive directions and suggestions when leading the imagery, such as "perhaps," "if you wish," or "you might like" [C0516344] [U008425] ----
Use petroleum jelly gauze for dressing change [C0516345] [U008426] ----
Use physical restraints to limit potentially unsafe movement, as appropriate [C0516346] [U008427] ----
Use physical restraints, as needed [C0516347] [U008428] ----
Use picture board, if appropriate [C0516348] [U008429] ----
Use picture cues to promote appropriate use of items [C0516349] [U008430] ----
Use pictures and illustrations [C0516350] [U008431] ----
Use pillows to support patient in designated position [C0516351] [U008432] ----
Use play therapy to assist the child with working through feelings [C0516352] [U008433] ----
Use powder and creams on perianal area with caution [C0516353] [U008434] ----
Use power of suggestion (e.g., running water or flushing toilet) to assist patient to void [C0516354] [U008435] ----
Use preestablished criteria when collecting data [C0516355] [U008436] ----
Use pressure-relieving devices, as appropriate [C0516356] [U008437] ----
Use proper name for altered body part [C0516357] [U008438] ----
Use proper technique to transfer patient to and from wheelchair, bed, toilet, and so on [C0516358] [U008439] ----
Use protective devices (e.g., restraints, side rails, locked doors, fences, and gates) to physically limit mobility or access to harmful situations [C0516359] [U008440] ----
Use reality testing to help the patient/family identify possible irrational beliefs [C0516360] [U008441] ----
Use recommended solutions to wet lenses [C0516361] [U008442] ----
Use rectal pouch, as appropriate [C0516362] [U008443] ----
Use relaxation techniques, as appropriate [C0516363] [U008444] ----
Use relaxation therapy alone or in conjunction with other measures, as appropriate [C0516364] [U008445] ----
Use repetition to present new material [C0516365] [U008446] ----
Use role playing and problem solving, as appropriate [C0516366] [U008447] ----
Use role playing to practice improved communication skills and techniques [C0516367] [U008448] ----
Use self-disclosure exercises with groups of teenagers or others distraught over normal physical attributes [C0516368] [U008449] ----
Use self-disclosure, as appropriate [C0516369] [U008450] ----
Use self-paced instruction, when possible [C0516370] [U008451] ----
Use self-picture drawing as a mechanism for evaluating a child's body image perceptions [C0516371] [U008452] ----
Use side rails of appropriate length and height to prevent falls from bed, as needed [C0516372] [U008453] ----
Use silence, as appropriate [C0516373] [U008454] ----
Use simple words and short sentences, as appropriate [C0516374] [U008455] ----
Use smallest size catheter, as appropriate [C0516375] [U008456] ----
Use social and family support systems to enhance effectiveness of life-style or health behavior modification [C0516376] [U008457] ----
Use soft toothbrush or toothettes for oral care [C0516377] [U008458] ----
Use spirits of wintergreen in bedpan or urinal [C0516379] [U008460] ----
Use statements in the script that elicit feelings of heaviness, lightness, or floating of specific body parts [C0516380] [U008461] ----
Use sterile disposable equipment for each tracheal suction procedure [C0516381] [U008462] ----
Use sterile technique [C0516382] [U008463] ----
Use sterile technique to change the insertion-site dressing, according to agency protocol [C0516383] [U008464] ----
Use sterile technique to initiate hemodialysis and for needle insertions and catheter connections [C0516384] [U008465] ----
Use sterile, cotton-tipped applicators for efficient cleansing of tight-fitting wire sutures, deep and narrow wounds, or wounds with pockets [C0516385] [U008466] ----
Use strict aseptic technique in changing dressings [C0516386] [U008467] ----
Use summary as a starting point for future conversations [C0516387] [U008468] ----
Use symbols, other than written signs, to assist patient to locate room, bathroom, or other equipment [C0516388] [U008469] ----
Use tactile (and/or tapping) stimuli to minimize muscle spasm [C0516389] [U008470] ----
Use techniques of reflection and clarification to facilitate expression of concerns [C0516390] [U008471] ----
Use teleconferencing, telecommunications, and computer technologies for distance learning [C0516391] [U008472] ----
Use TENS alone or in conjunction with other measures, as appropriate [C0516202] [U008282] ----
Use the imagery techniques preventively [C0516392] [U008473] ----
Use the power of suggestion by running water or flushing the toilet [C0516394] [U008475] ----
Use the reference ranges from the laboratory that is performing the particular test(s) [C0516395] [U008476] ----
Use the technique of "here and now activation" to move the focus from the generic to the personal, from the abstract to the specific [C0516396] [U008477] ----
Use the technique of "process illumination" to encourage exploration of the significant meaning of the message [C0516397] [U008478] ----
Use the term "alleged rape" in documentation [C0516398] [U008479] ----
Use the word "pain" sparingly, but include it if it is typical [C0516399] [U008480] ----
Use therapeutic communication strategies to acknowledge the pain experience and convey acceptance of the patient's response to pain [C0516400] [U008481] ----
Use therapeutic mattress to minimize skin trauma [C0516401] [U008482] ----
Use therapeutic spontaneity in interactions with families [C0516402] [U008483] ----
Use toothettes or disposable foam swabs to stimulate gums and clean oral cavity [C0516403] [U008484] ----
Use touch therapeutically [C0516404] [U008485] ----
Use TV, radio, or music as part of planned stimuli program [C0516203] [U008283] ----
Use unbreakable and weighted dishes and glasses, as necessary [C0516405] [U008486] ----
Use universal precautions [C0516406] [U008487] ----
Use universal precautions when handling specimens for testing [C0516407] [U008488] ----
Use universal precautions: gloves, goggles, and mask, as appropriate [C0516408] [U008489] ----
Use valid, reliable health screening instruments [C0516409] [U008490] ----
Use values clarification techniques to help patient clarify beliefs and values, as appropriate [C0516410] [U008491] ----
Use variety of strategies and intervention points in educational program [C0516411] [U008492] ----
Use visual aids to facilitate learning how to perform ADLs or exercise movements, as appropriate [C0516412] [U008493] ----
Use warm lotion, oil, or dry powder to reduce friction (no lotion or oils on head or scalp), assessing for any sensitivity or contraindications [C0516413] [U008494] ----
Use words or phrases that convey pleasurable images, such as floating, melting, and releasing [C0516414] [U008495] ----
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