What type of data can researchers summarize and describe with descriptive statistics?
A) Qualitative
B) Quantitative
C) Qualitative and quantitative
D) Neither qualitative or quantitative
B
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A nurse wishes to encourage a patient to begin an exercise program. Drawing on past research, to increase the likelihood of long-term compliance, the nurse suggests that the patient
a. create a list of possible long-term health benefits. b. exercise in the home or around the neighborhood. c. invest in expensive and durable fitness equipment. d. join an exercise class at the local fitness center.
A woman consults the nurse practitioner because she has not been able to have an orgasm, despite having been sexually active for 2 years. She is very frustrated and feels it is harming the relationship with her spouse
Which nursing diagnosis would be most appropriate for this presentation? a. Sexual dysfunction b. Relational impairment c. Ineffective sexuality pattern d. Impaired sexual arousal
Which statement demonstrates appropriate communication techniques by the student nurse in maintaining a therapeutic relationship with the client?
a. "I need to ask you a lot of questions about your health so that I can complete my paperwork." b. "I want you to use your incentive spirometer at least Q2H while awake, to deep breath and cough. You can call me if you need any help." c. "I'll need to get a blood sample from your finger, in order to check the amount of sugar in your blood." d. "I'm wondering if you knew that your doctor had scheduled you for a test tomorrow? You don't have any questions about the procedure, do you?"
The two primary methods used to collect data are:
a. written report by patient and family. b. review of the chart and the nurse's notes. c. interview and physical examination. d. review of the physician's orders and the Kardex.