It is important for nurses to be aware of generational differences when caring for individuals. Baby boomers are known for their:

a. paying dues and conformity.
b. being comfortable with technology.
c. defining themselves through their employment.
d. independence and changing employment places often.


C
Veterans believe in hard work, paying dues, and conformity. Baby Boomers define themselves through
employment. Generation X'ers are independent, change employment places often, and are comfortable
with technology. Generation Y'ers are optimistic, expect diversity, and are technologically savvy.

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A) Providing care without the oversight of a physician B) Writing necessary medication orders for the patient C) Ordering physical, occupational, and speech therapy if needed D) Managing and evaluating patient care for seriously ill patients

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When a client who has Hodgkin's lymphoma is having radiation therapy or chemotherapy, it is important for the nurse to:

a. encourage a fluid intake of at least 2,500 mL b. encourage increased activity when possible c. provide a low-calorie diet d. provide a high-carbohydrate diet

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The "first real school of nursing" was located in

a. Israel b. Greece. c. Italy. d. Germany.

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Deborah is a 36-year-old woman with a longstanding diagnosis of bipolar disorder. What change in sleep patterns should signal Deborah's nurse to the possibility of an impending manic episode?

A) Complaints of restless legs B) Daytime sleepiness C) Decreased sleep latency D) Decreased sleep

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