One of the findings of a study by Aiken and colleagues (2002) was that nurses with the highest nurse-to-patient ratios (fewer nurses for the number of patients) were more likely to describe feelings of (select all that apply):
a. grief.
b. anger.
c. burnout.
d. job dissatisfaction.
e. emotional exhaustion.
C, D, E
One of the findings of a study by Aiken and colleagues (2002) was that nurses with the highest nurse-to-patient ratios (fewer nurses for the number of patients) were more likely to describe feelings of burnout, emotional exhaustion, and job dissatisfaction than nurses with lower ratios (more RNs for the number of patients).
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When discussing risk factors of cancer with a client, the nurse can BEST describe carcinogens as:
a. biological agents used to treat certain cancers b. chemical substances that initiate or promote the development of cancer c. genetic predispositions that increase the risk of cancer d. organic substances that reduce the risk of some types of cancer
What information about sexuality is contrary to research on sexuality in older men?
a. Erections are not as firm. b. It takes longer to obtain erections. c. Erectile dysfunction is inevitable. d. Ejaculation may not be a strong.
Which one of the following is a factor upon which a client's readiness to learn depends?
A) Perception that information is needed B) Past life experiences only C) Emotional state, abilities, and potential D) Cognitive functioning
The nurse assesses a patient whose recent blood gases showed a pH of 7.32. The patient's respirations are 34 per minute. Select the correct analysis of this scenario
1. The patient's rapid breathing is causing the low pH. 2. The patient's rapid breathing is an attempt to compensate for the low pH. 3. The nurse should supply the patient with a paper bag to rebreathe in order to correct the low pH. 4. The nurse should sedate the patient to slow the respiratory rate.