A nurse is caring for a Jewish patient who adheres to Jewish dietary law. The nurse recognizes that the most appropriate kosher dietary choice to offer to this patient is
1. Salmon.
2. Clam chowder.
3. Grilled shrimp.
4. Pulled pork.
ANS: 1
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Recognizing that any activity that reduces the sickling will reduce the pain, nursing activities will include: Standard Text: Select all that apply. 1. Administration of narcotics. 2. Administration of NSAIDs. 3. Cold application. 4. Encouraging oral fluids. 5. Maintaining bed rest.
A hospital's current quality improvement program has integrated the principles of the Institute for Healthcare Improvement (IHI) 5 Million Lives Campaign. How can the hospital best achieve the campaign goals of reducing preventable harm and death?
A) By adhering to EBP guidelines B) By reducing nurse-to-patient ratios and increasing accountability C) By having researchers from outside the facility evaluate care D) By involving patients and families in their care planning
A clinic nurse is conducting a preoperative interview with an adult patient who will soon be scheduled to undergo cardiac surgery. What interview question most directly addresses the patient's safety?
A) "What prescription and nonprescription medications do you currently take?" B) "Have you previously been admitted to the hospital, either for surgery or for medical treatment?" C) "How long do you expect to be at home recovering after your surgery?" D) "Would you say that you tend to eat a fairly healthy diet?"
A nurse is assessing vital signs for a postpartum patient 48 hours after delivery. The vital signs are: T 101.2°F; HR 82; RR 18; BP 125/78 . How will the nurse interpret the vital signs?
A) Dehydration B) Normal vital signs C) Infection D) Shock