Metabolic acidosis occurs when the amount of acid formed within the body exceeds the body's buffering capacity
Indicate whether the statement is true or false
True
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What laboratory value is most likely to indicate renal failure?
A) Elevated blood urea nitrogen (BUN) B) Low hemoglobin and hematocrit C) Elevated serum creatinine D) Normal urine osmolarity
A new cancer center is being built in the local hospital. A patient survey has revealed that patients are not certain which caregiver is the registered nurse during their hospital stay
A group is formed to recommend methods to help patients identify which caregiver is their registered nurse for the new cancer center. Which of the following group best represents those that should be involved in forming recommendations? a. Chief medical officer, public relations vice-president, and human resources b. Oncology clinical nurse specialist, nurse's aides, and registered nurses c. Physicians, unit secretaries, and vice-president of finance d. Vice-president of nursing, decentralized pharmacist, and licensed practical nurses
Self-reports are generally more useful than observations in obtaining information about private or socially unacceptable behaviors like using drugs
A) True B) False
The nursing supervisor states, "I really don't have the time to delegate this assignment to a nurse manager. I can do it faster!" What does this statement suggest?
1. The nursing supervisor's job description needs to be redefined. 2. The process of delegation is too time-consuming. 3. The nurse supervisor does not have time to delegate. 4. There is a lack of confidence in the staff.