Biomedical technology involves the use of complex machines or devices in patient care situations. Because of the highly technological environment in which nurses work, it is important that nurses
a. assume total responsibility for monitoring data generated by these devices.
b. use human touch and words of reassurance frequently to convey caring.
c. maintain the device's safety by assuring routine assessment by physicians.
d. be careful not to frighten the patient and family with information about the device.
ANS: B
A
The monitoring and safety of machines and devices are most often the responsibility of nurses and technicians.
B
The use of technology needs to be combined with caring to maintain patient and family satisfaction. Technology must never take the place of human-to-human contact.
C
The monitoring and safety of machines and devices are most often the responsibility of nurses and technicians.
D
The patient and family need information about the use of the device, as well as the meaning of the information produced, to decrease stress and anxiety.
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