The severity and duration of trauma symptoms depends greatly on:

a. The duration of the traumatic experience
b. The type of traumatic experience
c. The individual’s tolerance level
d. The individual’s reaction


b. The type of traumatic experience

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You are caring for a patient who has just been told that his illness is progressing and nothing more can be done for him. After the physician leaves, the patient asks you to stay with him for a while

The patient becomes tearful and tries several times to say something, but cannot get the words out. What would be an appropriate response for you to make at this time? A) "Can I give you some advice?" B) "Do you need more time to think about this?" C) "Is there anything you want to say?" D) "I have cared for lots of patients in your position. It will get easier."

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The nurse learns that a patient from a different culture does not know the names of the people who are candidates running in the next general election. What assumption can be made about this assessment finding?

A. The patient is heritage consistent. B. The patient cannot read. C. The patient is hard of hearing. D. The patient does not have a high school education.

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The data analysts within a health care organization pull core measure data from patient records on a quarterly basis

This data is then analyzed and collated into a report that is uploaded to TJC for analysis of adherence to core measure requirements. This is an example of: a. health information exchange (HIE). b. effectiveness research. c. health information management. d. management information systems.

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Which of the following statements accurately describes the use of power by change agents?

A) They know that power comes from one source—management. B) When introducing change they do not enlist the support of key power players. C) They are often accomplished professional women. D) They do not recognize their own strengths and weaknesses.

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