Quantitative research focuses on collecting ____________ evidence, which is evidence gathered through observation using one or more of the five senses
Fill in the blank with correct word
empirical
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A) Removes the entire growth B) Through the application of extreme cold, the tissue is destroyed. C) Freezes the growth, so the physician can remove it at the next appointment D) Lasers the growth off
What can the nurse do to improve communication with an older adult patient who has a hearing impairment?
a. Speak in a higher tone, standing directly in front of the patient. b. Speak more loudly from several feet away. c. Speak normally with exaggerated hand gestures. d. Speak in a low tone, bending close to the patient.
The nurse on a medical-surgical unit notices that there has been an increase in the number of client falls. Which methods would be effective in promoting quality improvement on this is-sue? (Select all that apply.)
a. Identify causes of falls on the unit by looking at specific client cases. b. Look at the research and the literature on prevention of falls. c. Complain to the manager that team members are neglecting the clients. d. Use sit and stand alarms because they seem to be working on other units. e. Try more frequent rounding on clients as suggested by co-workers.
During an internal examination of a client's anus, the nurse notes that the client has a hypertonic sphincter. The relevant action for the nurse to take at this time is to:
a. Ask the client about anxiety or pain related to the exam. b. Determine if the client has had any neurologic injury that may cause a hypertonic sphincter. c. Refer the client to the physician for evaluation. d. Question the client about a history of anal trauma.