The nursing assistant receives her assignment from a ____________________.
Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).
licensed nurse
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A 10-week pregnant woman with diabetes has a glycosylated hemoglobin (A1c) of 13%. At this time the nurse should be most concerned about which of the following possible fetal outcomes?
A) Congenital anomalies C) Incompetent cervix B) Placenta previa D) Abruptio placentae
You are working in a clinic which focuses on holistic treatment of the entire family. When reviewing information on family nursing you realize that: (Select all that apply.)
a. one out of every 5 children have been adopted b. one out of every 3 Americans is a member of a stepfamily c. of all marriages, 43% are remarriages for one of the adults d. of all first marriages, 52–62% end in divorce e. stepfamilies are one of the more typical family structures f. divorced persons remarry within ten years (64% within five years).
Which action by the nurse would best assess a 30-year-old client for symptoms of dehydration?
1. Pinching skin on distal extremity between thumb and index finger 2. Comparing daily weights on chart over several days 3. Comparing intake and output over several days 4. Asking the client about the degree of thirst present
In most healthcare facilities, new graduates are required to practice for a period, often 6 months, as a "nurse intern," "orientee," or "nurse resident." What is generally involved in this practice?
A) The employment is considered full employment status unless the nurse does not obtain a license. B) Usually, the nurse does not receive paid vacation or full benefits until a probationary requirement is met. C) All facilities require a mentor to work with, and evaluate, the probationary nurse on commonly performed nursing skills. D) In most cases, an employee in the probationary period cannot be terminated without due process.