A patient has been diagnosed with septic shock and is receiving intravenous fluid resuscitation along with other therapies. What nursing assessment best indicates improvement in tissue perfusion?
A) Mean arterial pressure 65 to 70 mm Hg
B) SvO2 80% to 90%
C) Skin warm and dry
D) Arterial bicarbonate ion 22 to 24 mEq/L
D
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What should a nurse manager consider when including a staff nurse in an interview of an applicant?
1. Restricting the number of questions the nurse can ask 2. Providing the nurse with an orientation program on interviewing techniques 3. Allowing the nurse to provide information but not the ability to ask the applicant questions 4. Allowing the nurse to ask and answer all questions freely
Which of the following would be considered negligent malpractice if performed by the nurse?
a. Delaying assessment of a patient whose previous blood pressure was reported as 70/40 mm Hg b. Delegating blood glucose levels to a UAP c. Notifying a health care provider of a patient's drop in blood pressure d. Responding to a patient in respiratory distress
A client receives a court order for commitment. Which of the following best exemplifies the concept of "least restrictive environment"?
A) Involuntary commitment to an outpatient community mental health center B) Medication administration for sedation so the client cannot get out of bed C) Placing the client in a locked, padded room in response to threats of self-harm D) Allowing the client to make the decision about whether treatment is necessary
Being empathetic involves:
A. cooperating with the team. B. having a positive attitude. C. looking professional. D. showing understanding.