A nurse is assessing a patient with an acute stress disorder. What characteristics of this disorder should the nurse assess? (Select all that apply.)
a. Diminished awareness of surroundings
b. Derealization
c. Depersonalization
d. Amnesia
e. Irritability
A, B, C, D
Individuals who have been overcome by an acute stress disorder exhibit diminished orientation, reality testing, and personal awareness, and they frequently experience amnesia. Irritability is not part of the syndrome.
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A) With water B) Sublingually until absorbed C) With milk or milk products D) 1 hour after eating
What variables are considered in the decision as to which screening tests are to be performed at a health fair? (Select all that apply.)
a. A national day dedicated to a specific screening b. Preferences of the local politicians who support such events c. Preferences of the local church, which donated space to be used for the event d. The learning needs of the senior nursing students who are going to be helping e. The sociodemographics of the population that will probably attend f. What donations the nurse or the clinic has received
Carbohydrate foods supply the body with ____________________.
Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).
A registered nurse wishes to work as a nurse researcher. Which is true regarding nurse researchers?
a. They tend to work in community health centers and long-term care units. b. They are responsible for the continued development and advancement of nursing. c. They serve as liaisons between staff members and directors of nursing. d. They usually have a baccalaureate degree in nursing.