A nurse is interviewing a patient for the establishment of long-term care insurance. During the interview, the nurse asks questions regarding the patient's past medical history. The nurse is the
A) Sender
B) Target
C) Receiver
D) Decoder
Ans: A
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A) Isotonic exercise B) Isometric exercise C) Passive exercise D) Active exercise
The nursing order states, "Teach the importance of a balanced diet next week." This is what type of nursing order?
a. health promotion c. prevention b. observation d. treatment
The perinatal nurse demonstrates for the student nurse the correct technique of postpartum uterine palpation. Support for the lower uterine segment is critical as without it, there is an increased risk of:
A) Uterine edema B) Uterine inversion C) Incorrect measurement D) Intensifying the patient's level of pain
Which of the following best reflects the philosophy of critical thinking as taught by a nurse teacher to a nursing student?
a. "Don't draw subjective inferences about your patient; be more objective." b. "Please think harder; I am looking for a single solution." c. "Trust your feelings; don't be concerned about trying to find a rationale to support your decision." d. "Think about what is important in the situation, and make informed decisions about the patient's concerns."