Which statement about a national Patient Bill of Rights is accurate?
A) Not yet been enacted by the federal government
B) Became the law of the land
C) Became legally binding in every state
D) Has not been beneficial to patients
Answer: A) Not yet been enacted by the federal government
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a. "Be sure there are no small pieces as young children can easily choke." b. "Fantastic. Saving money on toys will allow you to buy more fresh fruits and vegetables." c. "Toddlers love new toys; they will help with cognitive development." d. "You are doing an excellent job of giving your child lots of stimulation with new playthings."
A nurse is assessing quality of life (QOL) in older individuals with chronic illnesses who attend a community center. What information is most important to assess?
a. How many days were lost to exacerba-tions in the last year b. How good each individual perceives his or her QOL to be c. How burdensome the patient's treatment regime is daily d. How often the patient needs to see a health care provider
Which of the following is a risk factor for urinary retention after childbirth?
1. Multiparity 2. Precipitous labor 3. Unassisted childbirth 4. Not sufficiently recovering from the effects of anesthesia
A patient develops a fever, rash, joint and muscle pain, and swollen lymph nodes after receiving a sulfonamide. What should these symptoms suggest to the nurse?
A. Serum sickness B. Acute influenza C. Subacute rheumatoid arthritis D. Exacerbation of a disease process