The student nurse understands that the barriers to effective use of time include such things as clutter, interruptions, procrastination, and:
a. delegation c. making lists
b. perfectionism d. taking activity breaks
B
Perfectionism is an overwhelming expectation of being able to get everything done. This can be a barrier to the effective use of time.
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1. Anxiety 2. Malnutrition 3. Social isolation 4. Bruises from falling 5. Dependence on family members
A client has delayed bone healing in a fractured right humerus. What should the nurse prepare the client for that promotes bone growth?
A) Electrical stimulation B) Administration of low-dose heparin C) Joint fusion D) Administration of antibiotics
The family of an older adult, requiring end of life care, is planning on caring for the client in the home. Which intervention should the nurse implement to meet the cultural needs of the client?
1. Encourage the family to allow a hospice nurse in the home to care for the client. 2. Explore the resources available to the family to meet the client's needs in the home. 3. Ask the client when the family is not present if the client wants to stay in the hospital. 4. Explain to the family the importance of allowing the healthcare team to direct the client's care.
When describing who is responsible for changing the public's image of nursing, which entity would be most appropriate?
A) Professional nursing organizations B) Corporate coalitions C) Nurses D) Media