Deductive reasoning is the process of:
A) Verifying assumptions that are part of our heritage
B) Developing specific predictions from general principles
C) Empirically testing observations that are made known through our senses
D) Forming generalizations from specific observations
B
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a. Emboli b. Emphysema c. Sputum d. Empyema
During initial therapy with levothyroxine, the most common reactions a nurse might observe in a client include which of the following? Select all that apply
A) Elevated body temperature B) Weight loss C) Tachycardia D) Hypotension E) Insomnia
A patient who has a nonproductive cough will begin taking guaifenesin to help with secretions. When teaching this patient about the medication, the nurse will provide which instruction?
a. "Avoid driving or using heavy machinery." b. "Drink extra water while taking the medication." c. "Monitor urine output closely." d. "Take with an oral antihistamine for better effects."
You ask a patient a question. You should:
a. Give the person time to process what you asked b. Expect an answer right away c. Ask the question in another way d. Ask the question only once