When a response for a question is missing, the most usual coding procedure is to:
A) Ignore the question for that person
B) Leave a blank for that question when entering the data
C) Assign a uniform code for all respondents who lack a response
D) Assign the midpoint value of the coding numbers for each variable
C
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A patient is administered metoclopramide (Reglan). The patient has an elevated creatinine level. Which of the following is important when administering metoclopramide to this patient?
A) Administer the routine dose B) Administer a lower dose C) Administer a higher dose D) Hold the medication
Which of the following should be included when the nurse writes a proposed treatment plan for a home health client?
a. Outline of specific client goals with measurable outcomes b. Specific nursing interventions to treat identified client problems c. Type of services needed and frequency of visits by each discipline d. Typical nursing care plan information from assessment to evaluation
You are caring for an infant who has just had a circumcision. During the first 24 hours, you would check the site:
a. every 15 minutes for the first hour. b. every 30 minutes for the first 2 hours. c. every hour for the first 4 hours. d. once per shift.
When providing anticipatory guidance to a new mother, what information does the nurse convey about the newborn's neurologic and sensory/perceptual functioning? Note: Credit will be given only if all correct and no incorrect choices are selected
Select all that apply. 1. Newborns respond to and interact with the environment in a predictable pattern of behavior, reacting differently to a variety of stresses. 2. The usual position of the newborn is with extremities partially flexed, legs near the abdomen. 3. Newborns do not react to bright light, and their eye movements do not permit them to fixate on faces or objects until they are 3 months of age. 4. Newborns have the capacity to utilize self-quieting behaviors to quiet and comfort themselves. 5. The newborn is very sensitive to being touched, cuddled, and held.