A nurse is caring for a patient in the intensive care unit. The patient was admitted 2 hours ago with a severe infection and was started on empiric therapy. Which of the following tests will be done to identify drug susceptibility?
A) Glucose tolerance
B) Culture and sensitivity
C) Rapid stimulation test
D) Guthrie test
B
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a. Martha Rogers c. Jean Watson b. Sister Callista Roy d. Myra Levine
The nurse enters a client's room and finds that the phone is lying in the client's lap, tissues are wadded up on the bed, and the client's eyes are red and watery. The best response by the nurse is:
A) "You look upset. Is there anything you'd like to talk about?" B) "Has your doctor been in to talk to you yet?" C) "Can I hang that phone up for you?" D) "Well, it's a beautiful day outside. Let's open the blinds."
There are many reasons that a person might resort to violence. Which explanation is supported by extensive research?
A. Children learn violent approaches from comic books. B. Violence is a fast way to resolve conflict, requiring minimal time. C. Violence is how movie heroes often resolve problems. D. Violence is seen as a socially acceptable strategy to solve problems.
Trendelenburg position is used when the patient goes into shock
Indicate whether the statement is true or false.