The nurse's primary obligation is to which of the following?
a. The patient c. The physician
b. The employer d. The profession
A
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A patient is newly diagnosed with arthritis of the cervical vertebrae. The nurse plans to assess which type of joint?
1. Spheroidal 2. Synovial 3. Fibrous 4. Cartilaginous
A patient with a history of self-mutilation says to the nurse, "I want to stop hurting myself." What is the initial step of the problem-solving process to be taken toward resolution of a patient's identified problem?
a. Deciding on a plan of action b. Determining necessary changes c. Considering alternative behaviors d. Describing the problem or situation
Nurses and community officials are working together to ensure that churches and schools have needed supplies to provide shelter for large numbers of individuals in the event of a natural or manmade disaster
These activities represent which phase of a disaster continuum? a. Preparedness b. Relief response c. Recovery d. Crisis intervention
The community health nurse manager is reviewing the charts of female elderly clients. Which issue are these clients most likely to experience?
1. Adequate financial resources to purchase medications 2. Senior services that provide transportation to healthcare appointments 3. Multiple medications prescribed by different physicians 4. Medicare that covers healthcare costs so no out-of-pocket expenses occur