A nurse on a busy medical unit is aware of the importance of accurate blood pressure (BP) measurement. To ensure accuracy when assessing patients' blood pressures, the nurse should always:
A) Use a manual, rather than automated, sphygmomanometer
B) Alternate blood pressure readings between patients' right and left arms
C) Take serial blood pressure readings on each patient
D) Ensure that the correct cuff size is used for each patient
D
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a. "All insulin vials must be refrigerated." b. "Insulin will last longer if kept in the freezer." c. "Opened vials of insulin must be discarded." d. "Some combination pens do not require refrigeration."
What is meant by intellectual and affective activities in which individuals engage to explore their experiences in order to lead to new meanings and appreciations?
A) Memorization B) Reflection C) Reminiscing D) Evangelization
A patient diagnosed with schizophrenia demonstrates little spontaneous movement and has waxy flexibility. The patient's activities of daily living are severely compromised. An appropriate outcome would be that the patient will:
a. demonstrate increased interest in the environment by the end of week 1. b. perform self-care activities with coaching by the end of day 3. c. gradually take the initiative for self-care by the end of week 2. d. accept tube feeding without objection by day 2.
P.M. asks you whether there are any foods that she should avoid while pregnant. She lists
some of her favorite foods. Which foods, if any, should she avoid eating while she is pregnant? Select all that apply. a. Hot dogs b. Sushi c. Yogurt d. Deli meat e. Cheddar cheese