A nurse has consulted a clinical practice guideline addressing the prevention of foot complications among patients with diabetes. Which of the following considerations should the nurse prioritize when appraising the guideline?
A) The authors' affiliations and qualifications
B) Validity and reliability of the recommendations
C) Clinical applicability of the recommendations
D) The nature and reputation of the sponsoring body
B
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The nurse is orienting a new graduate nurse to the Labor and Birth unit. Which statement indicates that teaching has been effective? "When a client arrives in labor:
1. "A urine specimen is obtained by catheter to check for protein and ketones." 2. "She will be positioned supine to facilitate a normal blood pressure." 3. "Her prenatal record is reviewed for indications of domestic abuse." 4. "A vaginal exam is performed if delivery appears to be imminent."
A nurse is delivering five chest thrusts to a conscious infant with an airway obstruction. Which of the following steps should the nurse take if the client becomes unconscious?
A) Turn the infant in prone position and give five back slaps. B) Give chest thrusts at the rate of one per second. C) Sweep a finger in the throat to see if there is an object. D) Turn the infant supine and perform cardiopulmonary resuscitation.
An elderly, recently widowed person who is planning to move into an assisted-living facility hires a geriatric nurse case manager to assist him in selecting an appropriate facility
The nurse knows that according to the Theory of Thriving, critical attributes that BEST promote thriving include all EXCEPT which of the following? a. resident animals b. monochromatic color scheme c. daily children's activities d. plants
The primary goal of family-centered nursing is to:
1. Promote the wellness of the family and its members 2. Implement appropriate care for the family and its members 3. Provide support and care for the family and its individual members 4. Identify physical and emotional problems affecting the family as a unit