A patient with a urinary tract infection is assessed using a clinical pathway. When a projected outcome is not met by a predetermined date, it is determined that what has occurred?
a. Omission
b. Variance
c. Failure
d. Error
ANS: B
A variance occurs when a projected outcome is not met.
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A. You should ask the client if this condition has been present since birth. B. This finding is most commonly associated with chronic disorders of impaired gas exchange. C. You should ask the client about his occupation and hobbies and any other activi-ties involving exposure of the hands to harsh chemicals. D. Clubbing of the fingers is a common age-related change and is considered a nor-mal finding among older adults, especially men.
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1. Trichinosis 2. Norovirus 3. Staphylococcus aureus 4. Listeria
During assessment of an older adult's skin integrity, expected findings include which of the following?
a. Decreased elasticity b. Oily skin c. Increased facial hair in men d. Faster nail growth
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A. placating. B. distracting. C. generalizing. D. manipulating.