Grading the strength of a body of evidence should incorporate three domains that include:
a. quality
b. quantity
c. consistency
d. all of the above
D
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The nurse assesses an older woman and suspects physical abuse. Which questions are appropriate for screening for abuse? Select all that apply
a. "Has anyone made you afraid, touched you in ways that you did not want, or hurt you physically?" b. "Are you being abused?" c. "Have you relied on people for any of the following: bathing, dressing, shopping, banking, or meals?" d. "Have you been upset because someone talked to you in a way that made you feel shamed or threatened?" e. "Have you relied on people for any of the following: bathing, dressing, shopping, banking, or meals?"
What is the best approach for a nurse to use when planning pain relief measures?
a. Use a variety of pain relief methods b. Use only nonopioid analgesics c. Use at least three alternating methods d. Use only one method at a time
In the emergency department, a client's blood pressure is 66/40 mm Hg, pulse is 140 beats/min, and
respirations are 8 breaths/min and shallow. He receives naloxone (Narcan). The nursing diagnosis established is ineffective breathing pattern: depression of respiratory center secondary to narcotic overdose. The outcome indicator for which the nurse will evaluate is that the client will a. be stable within 8 hours, as evidenced by vital signs within normal values. b. be able to describe a plan for home care before release from the emergency department. c. demonstrate effective coping skills within 1 week of admission. d. identify two community resources for treatment of substance abuse by discharge.
A patient has been discharged home after a total mastectomy without reconstruction. The patient lives alone and has a home health referral
When the home care nurse performs the first scheduled visit this patient, what should the nurse assess? Select all that apply. A) Adherence to the exercise plan B) Overall psychological functioning C) Integrity of surgical drains D) Understanding of cancer E) Use of the breast prosthesis