The student nurse demonstrates competence in medication administration. The competence in the activity performed by the student would be considered:
a. ability c. talent
b. perfectionism d. understanding
A
Ability is defined as competence in an activity, something that is learned, or that one is considered proficient in a specific task.
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The nurse is reading the client's medical history, and learns that the client has a history of alopecia, exophthalmos, and right leg paresthesia. When performing a thorough assessment, the nurse confirms that the client has which manifestations?
1. Hair loss, protruding eyes, and reduced sensation in the right leg 2. Facial hair, deeply sunken eyes, and an abnormal sensation in the right leg 3. Hair loss, exceptionally clear vision, and more sensation than normal in the right leg 4. Hair loss, protruding eyes, and an abnormal sensation in the right leg
Health history is an important part of the assessment of a 1-month-old with an infectious disorder. Which of the following segments of health history is most likely to provide information about whether the mother infected the infant?
A) Family history B) Past medical history C) Home treatments D) Present illness history
When assessing an older adult for seizures, the nurse should be alert for:
A) a blank stare and brief unresponsiveness. B) muscular rigidity and loss of consciousness. C) muscular contraction and relaxation. D) extremities rigid and extended.
A client receiving intravenous therapy suddenly develops dyspnea. The nurse should immediately:
A) call a code. B) administer oxygen. C) administer epinephrine. D) stop the intravenous flow.