When a nurse decides whether an ethical dilemma exists, which step of the nursing process is being used?
a. Assessment
b. Analysis
c. Planning
d. Evaluation
B
When a nurse uses the collected data to determine whether an ethical dilemma exists, the data are being analyzed.
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Indicate whether the statement is true or false
The implementation team is reviewing the roles and responsibilities after the system is implemented. Which department is responsible for ongoing maintenance of technical issues?
A) Nursing B) Information services department C) Computer programmers D) Vice president of technology
A nurse palpates the patient's jaw movement by placing two fingers in front of each ear and asking the patient to slowly open and close the mouth. What movement does the nurse ask the patient to do next?
a. Move the jaw side to side. b. Swallow. c. Smile. d. Clench the teeth together.