The nurse participates in data collection for a clinical drug trial in which subjects are randomly assigned to either a treatment or a placebo group to measure the effects of the drug on a specific outcome. This is which type of study?
a. Correlational
b. Descriptive
c. Experimental
d. Quasi-experimental
ANS: C
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A pregnant woman tells you that she wants to avoid saturated fat by using vegetable oil. What is another advantage of vegetable oil?
A) Aids fluid balance B) Contains linoleic acid C) Stimulates kidney function D) Has a high potassium level
The nurse provides routine morning care to a client, including all the medications and scheduled treatments. What action should the nurse make next?
1. Move on to the next assignment to increase the nurse's efficiency. 2. Report this to the charge nurse. 3. Document all care in the progress notes. 4. Get supplies organized for the next client's medications and treatments.
After the nurse has administered ear drops to the patient's left ear, how should the nurse position the patient?
a. Prone b. Upright c. Right lateral d. Dorsal recumbent with hyperextension of the neck
When teaching a group of older adults about health and nutrition, what recommendation about increasing food intake does a nurse make? Select all that apply.
A) "Please remember to brush before meals in order to moisten the mouth." B) "Neighbors should make attempts to eat meals together once a week." C) "Offer healthier food choices and drinks at community events." D) "Cook with whole milk or provide meal replacement supplements." E) "Allow smokers to smoke during dinner as it increases the appetite."