A client with rheumatoid arthritis reports more pain in the fall. This is known as a(n):
a. seasonal flare-up c. rheumatoid fall syn-drome
b. exacerbation d. remission
B
Clients can experience periods of remission, a decrease or absence of symptoms, and exacerbations, an increase in symptoms. Both physical and emotional stressors lead to increased symptomatology
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What is the purpose of the National Health Quality Report (NHQR)?
a. To report on the Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality's goals for the year b. To describe the yearly activities of the agency c. To ensure national quality of services d. To document if health care quality is stable, improving, or declining over time
An older female client asks a nurse why her hair has turned gray. Which response is most appropriate for the nurse to make to the client?
A. "It is caused by hereditary factors." B. "A loss of melanin occurs in the normal aging process." C. "The skin on the scalp becomes thin, causing moisture to escape." D. "The number of sweat glands and blood vessels decreases in the normal aging process."
Which of the following is an example of nonverbal communication?
A. Spoken words B. A written report C. Smiling D. Screaming
Nurse managers play an integral role in the adoption of the hospital's information system. There are three levels of competency in this leadership role. What functions can be observed in the in-novator level nurse manager? (Select all that apply.)
a. Stress importance of the ergonomic work station importance b. Develop and design programs to be used c. Implement initiatives related to practice d. Protect the patient's rights to confidential-ity e. Use research in managing the system