Using the principle of homogeneity to control for extraneous variables has implications for:
A) Statistical conclusion validity
B) Generalizability of the findings
C) Contamination of treatments
D) Precision of the design
B
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A) an increase in cardiac output. B) BP 190/100. C) BP 80/40. D) an increase in functional residual capacity.
When testing reflexes, you should hold the reflex hammer
a. loosely between the thumb and index finger, striking the tendon with a brisk wrist motion. b. securely in your hand, striking the tendon slowly and firmly. c. tightly with all your fingers, striking the tendon with a quick wrist motion. d. firmly between the thumb and index finger, striking the tendon with a light tap.
A patient has been taking narcotic analgesics for chronic pain for several months. The nurse caring for this patient notes that the prescribed dose is higher than the recommended dose
The patient has normal vital signs, is awake and alert, and reports mild pain. What does the nurse recognize about this patient? a. This patient exhibits a negative placebo effect with a reduced response to the drug. b. This patient has developed a reaction known as tachyphylaxis because of re-peated exposure to the drug. c. This patient has developed pharmacody-namic tolerance, which has increased the minimal effective concentration (MEC) needed for analgesic effect. d. This patient produces higher than normal hepatic enzymes as a result of prolonged exposure to the drug.
A faith community nurse is financially supported by a health care institution. Which model of faith community nursing is being used?
a. Paid congregational b. Paid institutional c. Unpaid congregational d. Unpaid institutional