When a client is lifted or held by a nurse, the additional weight becomes a part of the nurse's weight and should be
A) Supported with a narrow base
B) Counterbalanced by a horizontal adjustment
C) Controlled with the upper arm muscles
D) Balanced over the center of gravity
Ans: D
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A patient with type 1 diabetes who is receiving a continuous subcutaneous insulin infusion via an insulin pump contacts the clinic to report mechanical failure of the infusion pump. The nurse instructs the patient to begin monitoring for signs of:
a. adrenal insufficiency. b. diabetic ketoacidosis. c. hyperosmolar, hyperglycemic state. d. hypoglycemia.
Using a philosophy of centralized decision making, power distribution usually results in a ____
a. Narrower span of control, with fewer levels of management b. Narrower span of control, with more levels of management c. Wider span of control, with fewer levels of management d. Wider span of control, with more levels of management
A novice nursing supervisor needs to have a group form to work on a new initiative for the organization. Which statement describes the way most productive groups are formed?
1. Relationship building is not necessary, as the group forms because members already work together. 2. The informal leaders of the group make sure everyone knows the purpose, to avoid conflict. 3. Members with common goals come together and start working on the group's tasks. 4. People in the group work toward a common understanding of the purpose and member roles.