The nurse researcher is dividing research participants into groups of men and women before equating the groups on all characteristics that could affect study outcomes. What is this technique called?
A) Placebo
B) Patient-centered intervention
C) Attention control
D) Stratification
D
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After the infant is diagnosed as a child with a chronic health condition, the family is assigned a nurse working as a case manager
The nurse would explain that as a case manager, the nurse's role will include: Standard Text: Select all that apply. 1. Limiting the number of visits to the health care facility. 2. Preventing duplication of services. 3. Improving the quality of life for the child and parents. 4. Recognizing the equipment needs of the child and providing assistance with equipment acquisition. 5. Visiting the child in the home to assist with physical care.
An older adult patient sought care for the treatment of a swollen, painful knee joint. Diagnostic imaging and culturing of synovial fluid resulted in a diagnosis of septic arthritis. The nurse should prioritize which of the following aspects of care?
A) Administration of oral and IV corticosteroids as ordered B) Prevention of falls and pathologic fractures C) Maintenance of adequate serum levels of vitamin D D) Intravenous administration of antibiotics
How are standardized (model) care plans similar to unit standards of care? Standardized (model) care plans:
1) Describe the care needed by patients in defined situations. 2) Include specific goals and nursing orders. 3) Become a part of the patient's comprehensive care plan. 4) Usually describe ideal nursing care.
How does rasburicase work to lower uric acid levels?
a. By increasing the production of enzymes that inactivate uric acid. b. By inhibiting the synthesis of uric acid from metabolic purines. c. By breaking down uric acid crystals so they can be excreted. d. By converting uric acid crystals into purines and pyrimidines.