Which fundamental belief underscores the basis of the nursing process?
a. Recognition that basic needs must be met by the individual without assistance.
b. Acknowledgment that patients and fami-lies appreciate an efficient health care system that functions without their input.
c. A focus on disease control as the most important aspect of patient care.
d. Recognition that all people have worth and dignity.
D
The nursing process is based on the belief that all people have worth and dignity. Pa-tient-centered care that is applied to all aspects of the patient's health, and is not just disease oriented, is appreciated by the family and patient. Holistic care approach can support the patient to meet basic needs.
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Select all that apply. 1. "You must have approval from your surgeon.". 2. "You must have a hemoglobin level of at least 14 g/dL to donate blood to yourself.". 3. "As long as you are still in good health, this plan can be considered.". 4. "Because you have an intermittent fever, this donation is not possible.". 5. "This is a type of directed donation that is not recommended.".
Mr. L has cyanotic lips and nail beds. His lips are pursed, and he has nasal flaring. You suspect that he is having cardiac or pulmonary difficulty. Which additional sign would support this im-pression?
a. Callus formation on the heels b. Clubbing of the fingers c. Graying hair d. Swollen toes and ankles
An important aspect of managing the costs on a unit is to plan accurately for staffing needs. Nurse managers use staffing plans to:
a. Assign staff on the unit on a daily basis. b. Ensure that days off are planned for the staff. c. Outline the number of individuals by classification on a per-shift basis. d. Predict the numbers and classifications of float staff needed to augment regular staff.
Which menu choice indicates that the patient is implementing plans to choose high-calorie, high-protein foods?
a. Baked fish with applesauce b. Beef noodle soup and canned corn c. Fresh fruit salad with yogurt topping d. Fried chicken with potatoes and gravy