Which of the following is an example of a SMART goal?
a. After knee surgery Mrs Brown will be able tomobilise with a walking frame 20 metres acrossthe ward, 2 days post surgery
b. After knee surgery Mrs Brown will be able tomobilise.
c. To reduce falls in older adults.
d. To improve blood sugar readings for diabetics.
a
This goal meets each of the SMART goal criteria. It
is Specific, Measurable, Attainable/Achievable, Realistic/
Relevant and Time-bound.
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a. Palpate bilateral lower extremity pulses. b. Obtain orthostatic blood pressure readings. c. Perform a funduscopic examination. d. Assess the gag reflex prior to eating.
When administering oxygen, which step would the nurse perform first?
1. Place the mask, cannula, or tent on the client. 2. Regulate the flow of oxygen. 3. Pad the nasal cannula behind the client's ears. 4. Fit the nose bracket on the mask to the contour of the client's face.
Spironolactone falls into which category of diuretics?
a. loop diuretics c. thiazides b. aldosterone receptor blockers d. beta blockers
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a. Document the medication error according to hospital policy. b. Keep the medication error to themself. c. Tell her immediate supervisor or charge nurse. d. Keep the medication error to themself, but assess the patient every hour.