What is the primary purpose for the disciplinary function of the Board of Nurse Examiners?
A) To regulate and control the morality in nursing
B) To punish an offending nurse
C) To assure public safety
D) To identify and suspend nurses who abuse drugs and/or alcohol
C
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a. Obturator test b. Test for Murphy sign c. Assess for rebound tenderness d. Iliopsoas muscle test
A 37-year-old teacher is hospitalized with complaints of weakness, incoordination, dizziness, and loss of balance
The diagnosis is multiple sclerosis (MS). Which of the following signs and symptoms, revealed during the history and physical assessment, is typical of MS? A) Diplopia, history of increased fatigue, and decreased or absent deep tendon reflexes B) Flexor spasm, clonus, and negative Babinski's reflex C) Blurred vision, intention tremor, and urinary hesitancy D) Hyperactive abdominal reflexes and history of unsteady gait and episodic paresthesia in both legs
The risk of systemic toxicity from a surface anesthetic can be decreased by:
a. spreading the anesthetic over a large surface area to decrease concentration. b. applying the anesthetic to mucous membranes. c. avoiding abraded skin areas when applying the anesthetic. d. limiting the area of application to inflamed areas.
The nurse recognizes that there is an increased risk of suicide among clients who have HIV/AIDS. Which of the following factors is most likely to increase such an HIV-positive client's risk of a suicidal ideation following diagnosis?
A) The client considers himself or herself to be bisexual. B) The client is confused about his or her sexual identity. C) The client has recently begun antiretroviral therapy. D) The client lives in a large, urban setting.