The nurse is preparing to conduct a health history interview with a patient. Which is the best position for the nurse to assume during this process?
1) Leaning over the bed
2) Standing at the bedside
3) Sitting on the bed
4) Sitting on a chair at the bedside
ANS: 4
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The ANA Position Statement on Assisted Suicide clearly states that nursing participation in assisted suicide is a violation of the Code for Nurses. What does the Position Statement further stress?
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The National League for Nursing (NLN) membership is open
a. only to registered nurses. b. only to licensed practical nurses. c. only to advanced practice nurses. d. to anyone interested in nursing issues.