Which of the following is a recommended guideline for applying a two-piece cervical collar on a patient?
A) Measure from the bottom of the chin to the top of the sternum, and measure around the neck.
B) The left side of the collar should line up with the center of the patient's neck.
C) Move the patient's head slightly to allow placement of the collar under the head.
D) Be sure that the front half of the collar does not overlap the back half.
A
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A patient has been diagnosed with pericarditis. Which assessment changes unique to pericarditis would the nurse expect to find?
A) New onset of S3 gallop B) Severe chest pain at rest C) Diffuse ST segment elevation on ECG D) Prolonged, irregular PR intervals on ECG
When developing a strategic plan, the nurse manager is aware that a critical competency for 21st century health care organization is:
a. maintaining costs. c. continuous quality improvement. b. leadership. d. systems management.
With regard to the effectiveness of the Medicare program, it can accurately be said that the program
a. Ensured that elderly persons received appropriate care. b. Helped reduce health care costs. c. Prevented elderly persons from suffering any major financial hardships. d. Improved access to health care services for eligible persons.