An RN is a supervisor in an organization that has total quality management (TQM) as the backbone of its organizational goals and objectives for quality control. How does the RN practice TQM on the unit?
A) Encouraging employees to think of a unit slogan
B) Developing a quota system for number of patients cared for
C) Explaining to the staff that "if it's not broke, don't fix it"
D) Promoting teamwork rather than individual accomplishments
D
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a. Thomas splint b. Bryant traction c. Russell traction d. Buck traction
The nurse is planning to utilize the core competency use informatics when providing patient care. Which action should the nurse perform when using this core competency?
1. Change the sharps container in a patient's room. 2. Document the effectiveness of pain medication for a patient. 3. Discuss the effectiveness of bedside physical therapy with the therapist. 4. Search through a database of articles to find current research on wound care.
Nurses on a unit are reviewing research to determine if a change in practice is necessary. Which of the following would be most appropriate for the nurses to use as the best evidence for a change?
A) Reading about a research study on one topic B) Comparing results from several studies C) Searching for a meta-analysis on the subject D) Reviewing articles in a nursing newsletter
MC Which of the following situations are considered a contraindication to the use of a Bowel Management system (BMS). (Select all that apply.) Note: Credit will be given only if all correct choices and no incorrect choices are selected
A. Severe strictures of distal rectum. B. Presence of impacted or formed stool. C. History of loose stools. D. Compromised rectal wall integrity.