Withdrawal symptoms can occur as a result of
A. drug side effects.
B. psychological drug dependence.
C. drug misuse.
D. physical drug dependence.
Answer: D
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Two major theories of ethical thought frequently used in nursing are
A) utilitarianism and futility. B) utilitarianism and deontology. C) paternalism and futility. D) bioethics and beneficence.
A patient has difficulty explaining the meaning of the phrase "a stitch in time saves nine." the patient most likely has difficulties with
a. thought processes. b. abstract reasoning. c. judgment. d. comprehension.
When an organization performs a strategic analysis, it is looking for ways to address the competition. Which environmental factor influences their decision making? Select all that apply
a. Transfer of patients to a Level I trauma center b. Changing demographics c. Political climate d. Economic considerations e. Transfer of patients to an extended-care facility (ECF)
Why is the nurse implementing actions to prevent the onset of catheter-related infections in a patient receiving care in the intensive care unit?
1. Statistics report that as many as one in five individuals who develop a catheter-related infection die from it. 2. Nosocomial catheter-related infections prolong hospitalization by an average of 4 days. 3. The increased cost of care due to the development of a blood-borne infection averages between $1,700 and $17,000. 4. Central venous catheters have about the same rate of infection as peripherally inserted catheters.