One of the strongest pieces of evidence a researcher can identify when addressing and answering clinical questions is the use of:
A. individual case-control studies.
B. case studies.
C. expert opinion.
D. randomized clinical trials.
D
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The patient is most likely experiencing which of the following? A) Posttraumatic stress disorder B) Developmental difficulties C) Drug addiction D) Mild stress
The best indication that a conflict is resolved is when:
A. Everyone falls silent. B. The group that was correct is the winner. C. Issues remain a concern. D. Everyone is satisfied with the solution.
A nurse is performing patient education for a woman who has just been prescribed a bisphosphonate. Which of the following diagnostic and history findings would have prompted the woman's care provider to prescribe a bisphosphonate?
A) Height in the lowest quartile of the population and a history of joint pain B) Low bone density and a family history of osteoporosis C) Complaints of cold intolerance, recurrent constipation, and evidence of diverticular disease D) Labile moods and short-term memory deficits
A nurse has been working overtime because of high hospital census and a decreased work force. A danger of work-related burnout is:
A. emotional exhaustion. B. a perception of personal accomplishment. C. functioning at a more effective level. D. hurting other's feelings without concern for their reaction.