The administrator at a skilled nursing facility is concerned about registered nursing vacancies in the organization. If these positions remain vacant, what could be the consequences? Standard Text: Select all that apply
1. Higher risk of pneumonia
2. Increased risk of aspiration
3. Reduction in pressure ulcers
4. Higher risk of patient deaths
5. Inadequate nutritional intake
1,2,4,5
Rationale: Inadequate nurse staffing could lead to pneumonia because of aspiration during mealtimes.
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a. anemia b. disseminated intravascular coagulation c. leukemia d. polycythemia vera
Children in which age group typically gain 3 to 6 pounds and grow 1 to 2 inches (2.5–5 cm) per year?
a. 12–24 months c. 6–12 years b. 2–6 years d. 13–18 years
Which is the most reliable method that indicates the end of a nasogastric tube is correctly placed?
a. Swallowing, coughing, and gagging reflex are intact. b. The pH of aspirated fluid is 5 or lower. c. The fluid has a grassy green appearance. d. Insufflation of air is auscultated over the epigastrium.
The patient and his wife receive the same medication for hypertension. The patient's wife asks the nurse why she is receiving a higher amount of the medication. What is the best response by the nurse?
1. "Females have a higher metabolism, so you need more medication." 2. "Everyone is unique and responds differently to medications." 3. "Your hormones are different from your husband's, so you need more medication." 4. "You have a greater percentage of body fat, so more medication is needed."