An instructor is describing the four basic physical examination techniques and their sequence. The instructor determines that the teaching was successful when the students identify which technique as always being done first?
A) Inspection
B) Palpation
C) Percussion
D) Auscultation
A
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After sustaining a stroke, the patient lacks attention to the right side of his body. Which nursing diagnosis best describes the patient's problem?
a. Disturbed Sensory Perception b. Unilateral Neglect c. Risk for Peripheral Vascular Dysfunction d. Acute Confusion
The nurse is caring for a patient with a history of hypercapnea. What should the nurse include when planning for this patient's nutritional needs?
1. Monitor carbohydrate intake to reduce body carbon dioxide levels. 2. Encourage fat intake. 3. Minimize vitamin supplements. 4. Limit protein.
The nurse is preparing a sterile field with several items on it. Which action should the nurse implement to maintain a sterile field?
a. Flip sterile objects onto the sterile field. b. Put fluid holders near the edge of the field. c. Wear sterile gloves to open sterile packs. d. Open the inner flaps of the sterile pack-ages first.
You are a nurse manager supervising an excellent team of nurses, whose members you want to keep with you as long as possible
You know that data has shown that nurses tend to stay in their positions longer if they are challenged and have opportunities to enhance their professional growth. Which of the following strategies will not necessarily challenge these nurses and enhance their professional growth? a. educational opportunities c. increased benefits b. cross training d. mentorship