You are considering putting forward a proposal to move the model of care from team nursing to a primary nursing hybrid: patient-focused care model
In considering this proposal, you recognize that significant costs specific to operationalizing this model are related to: a. Implementation of an all-RN staff com-plement.
b. Significant changes in the physical struc-ture of units.
c. Orientation of staff to new roles and re-sponsibilities.
d. Testing and piloting technology at the bedside.
B
This particular model includes a focus on patient care that includes multidisciplinary teams and assistants at the bedside. Services, including laboratories and pharmacies, are decentralized to bring them closer to where care is delivered.
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A) stop taking the drug after a 2-week period. B) schedule an appointment to measure hemoglobin twice a week for at least 2 to 6 weeks. C) schedule an appointment to check if the patient has a high WBC count. D) begin taking a calcium channel blocker to treat hypertension, which usually develops as an adverse effect of epoetin alfa therapy.
The RN knows that an example of a diagnostic error is:
A) A failure to act on critical lab results reported B) The failure of an IV pump to infuse at the programmed rate C) Error in administering a PO medication D) Error in calculating an IV drug dose
Which of the following is the intention of an affective touch in the context of nursing?
A) To demonstrate concern B) To provide contact for performing procedures C) To encourage verbal communication D) To provide brief periods for response
Earth has what percentage of freshwater?
a. 2.5 b. 10 c. 25 d. 50