Circumstances surrounding health-care work that contribute to workers' susceptibility to homicide and assault include:
A) Working in low-crime areas
B) Having good hospital security
C) Experienced staff to deal with problems
D) Working in large groups
C
Experienced staff to deal with problems
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A) Disturbed sensory perception (visual) related to central nervous system effects B) Imbalanced nutrition: more than body requirements C) Constipation D) Ineffective breathing pattern
A client experiencing symptoms of anxiety would benefit from which therapy?
a. Chelation b. Phototherapy c. Therapeutic touch d. Magnetic therapy
Which of the following locations might the nurse use to assess the condition of an insertion site for a central venous access device?
A) below the sternum C) over the jugular vein B) over the fourth intercostal space D) the back of the hand
The nurse who is performing care for a client with a new tracheostomy needs to change the ties. What is the best method for changing these ties?
1. Remove the old ties, clean the area well, and then put on new ties. 2. Attach the new tape and tie with a square knot behind the client's neck. 3. Have an assistant hold the tracheostomy tube in place, remove the soiled ties, and replace the ties. 4. Remove the outer cannula, replace the soiled ties, and reinsert.