What type of sampling occurs in which referrals for potential participants are made by those already in the sample?
A) Convenience
B) Snowball
C) Quota
D) Consecutive
B
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When the patient indicates that she understands the risks involved, the nurse has her sign a document and proceeds with the treatment. The nurse's action is an example of which of the following? A) Obtaining informed consent B) Ensuring confidentiality C) Observing the principle of nonmaleficence D) Acting with fairness
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a. Wheezing b. Paroxysmal dyspnea c. Coexistent skin conditions d. Chest pain
A woman is taking a combination oral contraceptive and asks the nurse why progestin is necessary. The nurse will explain that progestin helps prevent pregnancy by which method?
a. Altering the quantity and viscosity of cervical mucus b. Inhibiting proliferative and secretory changes in the endometrium c. Increasing motility of muscles and cilia in the fallopian tubes d. Stimulating a surge in luteinizing hormone
The nurse is functioning in the primary role to care for a 12-year-old boy with metastatic cancer in the liver. Which activity is typical of advocacy?
A) Instructing parents about proper home care B) Educating the family about choices they have C) Telling parents about clinical guidelines D) Teaching the family about types of cancers