The nurse explains to the client scheduled to undergo a cardiac catheterization that the test involves the use of
A) A Doppler instrument to determine coronary blood flow
B) A venous catheter to measure cardiac output
C) High-frequency sound waves to detect coronary blood flow
D) Radiopaque dye injected into an artery to visualize heart function
Ans: D
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A) experience interpersonal conflicts in the workplace. B) report unethical or illegal practices in their workplace. C) are unable to meet accepted standards of practice. D) do not have a workplace advocate that they can trust.
An after-only nonequivalent control group design would be appropriate to study which of these research questions?
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Which physical illness is commonly found among the homeless?
a. tuberculosis b. heart disease c. arthritis d. eating disorders
During the first prenatal visit for a 20-year-old Hispanic woman, the nurse assesses the client's health beliefs and practices
Which questions are appropriate as part of this assessment? ________________ (Your answer should appear as numbers separated by commas and spaces [e.g., 1, 2, 3, 4].) 1. "Because all Hispanics speak Spanish, do you need me to find a translator?" 2. "What is the language that is usually spoken in your home?" 3. "How do you define health and illness?" 4. "Which Catholic church do you attend?" 5. "Do you have specific beliefs or preferences concerning food or food preparation?" 6. "Do you or the members of your family have certain beliefs and practices surrounding pregnancy and childbirth?"