Several obstacles to effective decision making exist. Which of the following is least likely to be one of the obstacles?
a. Past experiences c. Values
b. Morals d. Preconceived ideas
B
Past experiences, values, and preconceived ideas are some obstacles or potential barriers to effective
decision making. Morals, while an important factor in certain decisions and circumstances, are not
necessarily barriers to this process unless they contain unhealthy or biased beliefs.
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A) Hypothermia B) Pulmonary edema C) Cerebral ischemia D) Arthritis
Multiply the following fractions: 2/7 x 1/4 x 4 =
1. 7/28 2. 2/7 3. 2/112 4. 16/32
The nurse is planning care for a patient with a different ethnic background. Which should be an appropriate goal?
a. Adapt, as necessary, ethnic practices to health needs. b. Attempt, in a nonjudgmental way, to change ethnic beliefs. c. Encourage continuation of ethnic practices in the hospital setting. d. Strive to keep ethnic background from influencing health needs.
An elderly patient is complaining of dry, itching skin. The nurse should assess
A) How often the patient is bathing B) When the patient's last tub bath was C) What linens they are using D) When the severe itching occurs