What represents the traditional and essential component of critical thinking?

A. Clinical experience
B. Bayes theorem
C. Evidenced-based practice
D. Clinical judgment


C. Evidenced-based practice

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A patient for whom the nurse is caring has positron emission tomography (PET) scheduled. In preparation, what should the nurse explain to the patient?

A) The test will temporarily limit blood flow through the brain. B) An allergy to iodine precludes getting the radio-opaque dye. C) The patient will need to endure loud noises during the test. D) The test may result in dizziness or lightheadedness.

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The stages of shock proceed in a definite sequence. What is the correct order?

1. Progressive, compensatory, refractory 2. Refractory, progressive, compensatory 3. Compensatory, progressive, refractory 4. Distributive, compensatory, refractory

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Which intravenous fluid solution should the nurse be prepared to administer as rehydration therapy for the client with hypertonic dehydration?

A. 0.9% saline B. Dextrose 5% in water C. Dextrose 5% in saline D. Dextrose 5% in Ringer's lactate

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When developing the plan of care for an infant with congenital adrenal hyperplasia (CAH), which intervention would be most important as a primary prevention measure?

A) Preparing the infant for surgery B) Preventing salt wasting in the infant C) Ensuring that parents understand the infant's condition D) Requesting referrals for counseling services for the family

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