A nurse who has been an LPN/LVN for 10 years has started to consider what it may be like to become an RN and what that may mean personally and professionally
First, there is the flexibil-ity in choosing where to work; there is likely a pay increase, as well as the opportunity to advance into administration. Becoming an RN also includes at least 2 more years of school, making tuition payments, and rearranging an already full schedule. Which of the following choices is likely to be the driving force in this scenario? a. Attending classes for 2 years
b. Paying tuition
c. Rearranging the schedule
d. Advancing into administration
D
Driving forces are those that tend to lead toward making the change, as opposed to restraining forces, which are those that usually present a challenge that needs to be overcome in order for the change to take place or present a negative effect the change may initiate.
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A) They are too busy to manage their diabetes and dietary intake. B) They do not tolerate the medication well. C) Renal function is increased, which causes shorter retention of hypoglycemic agents in the bloodstream. D) Their appetite is decreased, and they have poor dentition.
The nurse is teaching a client with infertility about the medication clomiphene (Clomid). Which client statement indicates that teaching has been effective?
A) "This medication stimulates gonadotropin-releasing hormone." B) "This medication stimulates follicle-stimulating hormone (FSH)." C) "This medication stimulates luteinizing hormone (LH)." D) "This medication increases my estrogen levels so I can ovulate."
When moving a patient with a transfer belt, position your hands
A) on either side of the buckle. B) in the back of the belt. C) under the patient's arms. D) in front and back of the belt.