The nurse is planning care for a patient recovering from an above-the-knee amputation. Which position should the nurse include in this patient's plan of care?
A. Sims' position as tolerated
B. High Fowler's position
C. Sitting in a chair while awake
D. Prone for 1 hour, several times a day
Answer: D
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The newly hired nurse manager is involved in the first budgetary cycle since being hired. The manager lists some capital equipment needs and is surprised when they are not available for staff use two months after the request
What is the reason for this? 1. The equipment was not approved by the manger's supervisor. 2. The budgetary cycle takes up to 1 year to occur. 3. The hospital has experienced a downturn in revenue and it not fulfilling promises. 4. The nurse manager failed to complete the correct request.
A client at the mental health clinic tells the case manager, "I can't think about living another day, but don't tell anyone about the way I feel. I know you are obligated to protect my confidentiality
" Which case manager response is most appropriate? 1. "The treatment team is composed of many specialists who are working to improve your ability to function. Sharing this information with the team is critical to your care." 2. "Let's discuss steps that will resolve negative lifestyle choices that may have increased your suicidal risk." 3. "You seem to be preoccupied with self. You should concentrate on hope for the future." 4. "This information is secure with me because of client confidentiality."
In preparation for a health fair the nurse wants to explain the role of ancient civilizations on water purification. Which civilizations should the nurse highlight as being advocates for clean water supplies? (Select all that apply.)
1. Aztecs. 2. Greeks. 3. Romans. 4. Germans. 5. Egyptians.
The first heart sound (S1) occurs because of the closure of the:
A. Aortic and mitral valves B. Mitral and tricuspid valves C. Pulmonic valve D. Aortic valve