Which of the following situations is most likely to be considered a crime?
A) A nurse physically restrains a patient, resulting in injury
B) A nurse inadvertently gives the wrong medication to the wrong patient
C) A nurse makes an error due to extreme fatigue
D) A nurse refuses to delegate tasks to unlicensed assistive personnel
A
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A patient with fluid retention related to renal problems is admitted to the hospital. The nurse realizes that this patient could possibly have which electrolyte imbalance?
1. hypokalemia 2. hypernatremia 3. carbon dioxide 4. magnesium
When working in situations that involve conflict, the nurse recognizes that which of the following is true in relation to conflict?
a. Conflict always leads to impaired relationships. b. Conflict arises from compatible goals and needs. c. Most people experience conflict as a lack of discomfort. d. Conflict serves as a warning that something in the relationship needs closer attention.
A nurse is caring for a client in the emergency department who was brought in by her adult child for vague, flu-like symptoms. While helping the client to change into a gown, the nurse notices numerous bruises on the client's back and arms
When questioned, the client is distracted and ambiguous with her answers. The nurse should: 1. Report the situation to law enforcement. 2. Report the situation to social services. 3. Question the adult child who brought the client to the ED. 4. File a written report in the client's chart.
Normal rectal temp
What will be an ideal response?