After several months of working on an acute care for elders (ACE) unit following her graduation, Theresa has decided to focus her nursing career on working with older adults. What action is most likely to help Theresa meet this career goal?
A) Cultivating a passion for the health of the older adult population
B) Networking with prominent older adults in the community
C) Performing original research that adds to the knowledge of this population's needs
D) Working toward certification in gerontological nursing
Ans: D
Certification in a particular nursing specialty has the potential to increase a nurse's
opportunities in that field. Passion, networking, and research may all be of some benefit, but
certification is more likely to create tangible career opportunities.
You might also like to view...
What should a nurse often find in the medical history of a patient diagnosed with pancreatic disease?
a. Liver disorders b. Drug abuse c. Alcohol abuse d. Excessive sugar intake
A patient is being admitted to the intensive care unit with multiple trauma, and the nurse is reviewing and implementing the admission orders, which include the insertion of an indwelling urinary catheter
Which nursing diagnosis is a consequence of this intervention? A) Risk for Excess Fluid Volume B) Risk for Infection C) Risk for Acute Urinary Retention D) Risk for Dysfunction Gastrointestinal Motility
A patient diagnosed with a fractured left femur complains of chest pain, shortness of breath, and a rash on the chest. What complication should the nurse suspect?
1. fat embolism syndrome 2. deep vein thrombosis 3. compartment syndrome 4. disseminated intravascular coagulation (DIC)
The nurse discharges the client from the ambulatory surgical center to home with a prescription for an opioid analgesic. The client can take the medication every 4 to 6 hours as needed for pain
Which does the nurse include in client teaching about the prescription before discharging the client? 1. Take the medication for severe pain. 2. Use the medication to facilitate healing. 3. Wait 4 to 6 hours before taking the next dose. 4. Take every 4 to 6 hours until the bottle is empty.