Many factors contribute to errors of measurement. Some errors are random while others are systematic, reflecting bias. What is one source of measurement error in social psychological scales?
A) Situational contaminant
B) Response set bias
C) Transitory personal factor
D) Error of measurement
B
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The patient has a newly inserted VVI pacemaker set at a demand rate of 70 . What cardiac monitor reading, if found by the nurse, most indicates a pacemaker malfunction?
A) Patient pulse is 75 with no pacing stimuli seen on cardiac monitor. B) Patient pulse is 70 with pacing stimulus seen before each R wave. C) Patient pulse is 65 with no pacing stimuli seen on cardiac monitor. D) Patient pulse is irregular with pacing stimuli seen before some R waves.
A male client is prescribed tadalafil (Cialis). What should the nurse instruct the client about this medication? (Select all that apply.)
1. Do not take more than once per day. 2. Report an erection that lasts longer than 4 hours. 3. Chest pain is expected when taking this medication. 4. The effects of the medication may diminish after 2 to 36 hours. 5. The medication should be taken 10 minutes before sexual activity.
A patient asks which method of contraception will provide the greatest protection against gonorrhea. What method can the nurse recommend?
1. Oral contraceptives 2. Male condoms 3. Sponges 4. Spermicides
A nurse is caring for a client who is a methamphetamine abuser. The nurse observes
rapid eye movements and jerky body movements in the client. How should the nurse document this condition of the client? A) Formication B) Delirium C) Tweaking D) Hallucinosis