Which aspect of a biological agent is probably the most frightening to those exposed?
a. Infectivity
b. Invasiveness
c. Pathogenicity
d. Virulence
ANS: D
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1. determine what the plan is. 2. notify the physician. 3. determine access to the plan. 4. assess the lethality of the plan.
When evaluating the outcomes on a plan of care for a client with a sexual disorder, what would the nurse know to use as an indicator of positive progress?
A) A verbalized improvement in self-worth B) The client's statement that the client is having sex more frequently C) A verbalized improvement in ego D) The client's statement that sex is less pleasurable
An authentic leadership style can only be identified by others and consists of which of the following characteristics?
A. Authoritative and confident B. Democratic and autonomous C. Sincere and honest D. Visionary and authoritative
The patient is receiving bumetanide (Bumex) and asks the nurse, "What is all this about 'loops' in my medicine?" What is the best response by the nurse?
1. "This medication reabsorbs potassium in the loop of Henle in your kidney. It is safer than other diuretics." 2. "This is a loop diuretic, which means it works in the proximal loop of your kidney. Not all diuretics work the same way." 3. "This is a loop diuretic, which refers to where it acts in your kidney. Not all diuretics work the same way." 4. "This medication blocks sodium reabsorption in what is known as Bowman's capsule. Not all diuretics work the same way."