A patient's order for IV fluid states that D5NS is to be infused. Which of the following IV fluids should be given?
A. 5% Dextrose
B. 0.9% Sodium Chloride
C. 5% Dextrose with 0.9% Sodium Chloride
D. Lactated Ringer's Solution
C
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The nurse is assessing a client's respiratory status. Indicators of normal respiratory status include:(Select all that apply) Standard Text: Select all that apply
1. Eupnea 2. Use of external intercostal muscles 3. Suprasternal retraction 4. Orthopnea 5. Apnea
The Joint Commission has taken action to encourage healthcare organizations to reduce the incidence and impact of errors. How has the Joint Commission acted to facilitate these improvements in care?
A) By delineating the scope of practice for registered nurses and practical (vocational) nurses B) By providing a forum for patients to report errors and substandard care C) By funding safety education in medical schools and nursing schools D) By standardizing the measures by which safety in hospitals is gauged
A nurse believes additional funding is necessary to support a home-delivered meal program for the elderly. The best way to share these ideas with a legislator is to
a. Send an e-mail. b. Write a formal letter. c. Attend a town hall meeting. d. Schedule a face-to-face visit.
The nurse manager is planning activities to enhance employee empowerment. Which elements of both structural empowerment and psychological empowerment are supported when the manager involves staff in both quality improvement (QI) projects and evaluation outcomes of practice changes?
1. Information and impact 2. Information and meaning 3. Opportunities and impact 4. Support and self-determination