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A nursing administrator overhears nurses conversing during a break in a seminar on change
The administrator would interpret which statement as meaning that the nurse who made it is ready to become a change agent? Note: Credit will be given only if all correct choices and no incorrect choices are selected. Standard Text: Select all that apply. 1. "I know that suggesting this change may backfire on me." 2. "I don't expect too much conflict or resistance to this change." 3. "I see an opportunity to make a difference in the way this facility provides nursing care." 4. "I think the status quo is just fine for now." 5. "This change is certainly going to be a challenge, but that's okay."
The nurse reminds the patient recovering from a hip replacement that the exercises performed in the physical therapy department are considered:
a. alternative therapies. b. complementary therapies. c. comfort therapies. d. body therapies.
Despite the inherent risks, the patient with diabetic ketoacidosis will be given sodium bicarbonate to reverse severe metabolic acidosis. How does the nurse expect to administer this medication?
1. In enema form 2. As a 50-mL bolus injection intravenously 3. Along with potassium chloride 4. Over at least an 8-hour period
The elementary school nurse is responsible for evaluating each child's overall physical develop-ment. During the school-age years, the nurse anticipates that:
1. The child's body weight will almost triple 2. There will be few physical differences among children 3. The child will grow an average of 1 to 2 inches per year 4. Body fat will gradually increase, contributing to a heavier appearance