Which statement is the basis for conflict regarding the learning style generally associated with adult learners?
A) LPN/LVN experiences while helpful do not always reinforce the foundation upon which professional nursing knowledge is based.
B) LPN/LVNs pursue educational opportunities primarily to better themselves and to provide advancement in their nursing careers.
C) Nursing education is demanding and often stresses the LPN/LVN by challenging their core beliefs about themselves and about nursing practice.
D) It is difficult to become a critical thinker after focusing on perfecting the physical skills of nursing and learning the importance of following the direction of the RN.
A
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a. manufactured by the body in sufficient amounts to meet basic body needs. b. never supplied by foods in the diet. c. not required by the body for effective bodily function. d. required for body growth but not manufactured by the body in sufficient amounts.
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1. "If you have any questions while you are at the bedside, just ask." 2. "You will need to speak slower and in a softer voice while at the bedside." 3. "Do not touch anything in the room." 4. "His face is swollen and he has a lot of equipment around him."
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1. "Absence seizures are basically the same kind of seizures as grand mal, but they are less frequent." 2. "Your daughter's seizures manifest as a staring into space for a few seconds. Ethosuximide (Zarontin) is a good medication for this type of seizure." 3. "Explaining the types of seizure activity is complicated. Have you spoken to your doctor about it?" 4. "Are you sure your doctor prescribed ethosuximide (Zarontin)? Phenobarbital (Luminal) is used much more frequently with children."