Which is a type of nonprobability sampling?
a. Purposeful
b. Simple random
c. Stratified random
d. Systematic
ANS: A
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1. A family member has been appointed as having power of attorney. 2. A patient's wishes must be followed in the event of a major illness. 3. There is a do-not-resuscitate (DNR) order for emergency personnel. 4. There are written guidelines specifying care desired and under what circumstances.
A patient who has been prescribed diazepam
(Valium) reports taking the as-needed (PRN) drug more often to keep anxiety symptoms under control and does not want the prescriber to stop prescribing it. What is your best interpretation of this information? a. The patient may be developing signs of drug dependence. b. The patient may be developing signs of drug tolerance. c. The patient's anxiety is becoming more severe. d. The patient should stop taking the drug immediately.
The client discards voided urine during a 24-hour urine collection. Which should the nurse implement?
1. Instruct the client to call for help to void any urine. 2. Consult with the laboratory for further instructions. 3. Discard all urine and begin another 24-hour collection. 4. State on the laboratory requisition that one specimen is missing.
The caregivers of a child with a chronic condition are believed to go through an adjustment period known by which of the following names?
a. grieving c. yo-yo syndrome b. chronic (cyclic) sorrow d. honeymoon phase