Which of the following is (are) an example of an advanced practice nurse? (Select all that apply.)
a. Nurse practitioner
b. Clinical nurse specialist
c. Patient advocate
d. Certified registered nurse anesthetist
e. Nurse midwife
ANS: A, B, D, E
Although all nurses should function as patient advocates, "advanced practice nurse" is an umbrella term for an advanced clinical nurse such as a nurse practitioner, clinical nurse specialist, certified registered nurse anesthetist, or nurse midwife.
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What should the nurse focus on when creating a nursing care plan for a patient with metabolic acidosis?
a. Frequent periods of ambulation b. Increasing fluid intake c. Decreasing fluid intake d. Deep-breathing exercises
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Activity ____________________ the patient.
Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).