Which technology improves patient care by allowing the patient to control the amount of analgesia administered over a period of time?
a. omnicell dispensing cabinet
b. automatic compounding device
c. PCA devices
d. infusion pumps
Answer: c. PCA devices
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A. Ask about other developmental milestones . B. Document the finding in the child's chart. C. Measure the child's head circumference. D. Obtain the child's length and weight.
After a natural disaster hits the community, a grassroots organization is formed to improve conditions post-recovery. The nurse joins the organization and volunteers to contact public officials about the organization's concerns. This role is best describe
1. Politician. 2. Activist. 3. Citizen. 4. Researcher.
The nurse teaches a patient with rheumatic disease who is being prescribed antimalarials to monitor him for:
A) Tinnitus B) Visual changes C) Stomatitis D) Hirsutism
Which of the following best describes trends in nursing education?
a. Numbers of RNs with bachelor's and higher degrees are increasing. b. Numbers of RNs with associate degrees are decreasing. c. Foreign-born nurses practicing in the United States are seen as less knowledgeable because of their lesser educational preparation. d. Numbers of RNs with diploma educations are increasing.