A characterization of the fourth developmental stage of the health services delivery frame-work is:
1. Nurses in the United States being predominantly women
2. The expansion of the number and type of health care facilities
3. Dependence on technology for patient care
4. The discovery and development of pharmacological advances
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Nurses have become dependent on technologies to monitor client progress, make decisions about care, and deliver care in innovative ways.
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A female nurse is interviewing a man who has recently immigrated. During the course of the interview, he leans forward and then finally moves his chair close enough that his knees are nearly touching the nurse's knees
The nurse begins to feel uncomfortable with his proximity. Which statement most closely reflects what the nurse should do next? a. The nurse should try to relax; these behaviors are culturally appropriate for this person. b. The nurse should discreetly move his or her chair back until the distance is more comfortable, and then continue with the interview. c. These behaviors are indicative of sexual aggression, and the nurse should confront this person about his behaviors. d. The nurse should laugh but tell him that he or she is uncomfortable with his proximity and ask him to move away.
The American Holistic Nurses Association promotes self-care for nurses and recommends that it can be achieved with which of the following?
A. Exercise, breathing, and yoga B. Meditation, healing music, and laughter C. Listing positive things in life and random acts of kindness D. All of the above
A nurse is ordered to maintain a fluid intake and output record (I&O record) for a client. During the last 24 hours, the client has had 300 mL of ice. How should the nurse document this?
A) Fluid intake of 150 mL B) Fluid intake of 200 mL C) Fluid intake of 250 mL D) Fluid intake of 300 mL
Probably the most important step to be taken to improve health care for minorities is to
1. Combine folk healing with treatment regimens. 2. Improve access to health information and health care. 3. Include the family in health care decisions. 4. Overcome language barriers between clients and providers.