Which one of the following routes of administration is not an injectable?
A. subcutaneous
B. intramuscular
C. sublingual
D. intravenous
Answer: C
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Which response by the advanced practice nurse would be best? a. "Acting somewhat cynical and aloof, like they do, will make it easier for paranoid persons to bond with you over time. That, plus humor.". b. "You may be trying too hard too soon. Back off, give him some time to get used to you, then try your caring and empathetic approach again.". c. "Mistrustful people do not bond as others do, so first it's important to be realistic. Second, a neutral yet courteous approach will work better.". d. "You are on the right track, but give it more time. Actively conveying empathy and care will work, but paranoid persons respond more slowly.".
What is a significant secondary prevention nursing activity for lead poisoning?
a. Chelation therapy b. Screening children for blood lead levels c. Removing lead-based paint from older homes d. Questioning parents about ethnic remedies containing lead
Three of the six interventions to help reduce morbidity and mortality in the United States developed by the Institute for Healthcare Improvement (IHI) are: a. deploying rapid response teams, improving the care for myocardial infarctions, andemploying time outs
b. promoting medication reconciliation, preventing central line infections, and using theSBAR technique. c. preventing ventilator-assisted pneumonia, deploying rapid response teams, and promotingmedication reconciliation. d. preventing surgical site infections, using the SBAR technique, and deploying rapid response teams.
The nurse is completing the discharge teaching of a young first-time mother. Which statement by the mother requires immediate intervention?
1. "I will put my baby to bed with his bottle so he doesn't get hungry during the night." 2. "My baby will probably have a bowel movement each breastfeeding, and will wet often." 3. "Nursing every 2 to 3 hours is normal, for a total of 8 to 12 feedings every day." 4. "I will drink fenugreek tea from my grandmother to prevent my milk from coming in."