A nurse was preparing for a home visit to a family where the mother had just been discharged from trauma care after being hit by a drunk driver. The nurse hoped the family was able to care for her

Which of the following comments from the husband would suggest an energized family?
a. "I make most of the decisions so the kids don't notice much difference."
b. "My daughter is pretty independent; she's active in both sports and theater."
c. "My son is old enough to get a job and help pay all these medical bills."
d. "My wife taught our daughter how to cook simple meals."


ANS: B

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A) The metabolic activity taking place in the patient's brain B) The blood flow in the patient's brain C) The distribution patterns of cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) in the patient's central nervous system D) The tissue characteristics of the patient's brain

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In homogeneous sampling, the researcher deliberately seeks to increase variation in the characteristics of the sample members

A) True B) False

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A client's pain level is assessed as being severe. Which intervention would be the most applicable for the client at this time?

1. Provide NSAID medication as prescribed. 2. Coach the client with guided imagery. 3. Suggest the client read or watch television until the pain subsides. 4. Provide opioid analgesic as prescribed.

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Licensing and general professional oversight of pharmacists and pharmacies are carried out by the ______.

a. Department of Professional Regulation b. Federal Drug Administration c. State Board of Pharmacy d. American Society of Health-System Pharmacists (ASHP)

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