The life expectancy of a person with alcoholism is reduced by how many years?
1. 6
2. 16
3. 26
4. 36
ANS: 3
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The nurse is preparing a client for surgery. Preoperative teaching has been shown to have which of the following functions?
1. Increases postoperative complications. 2. Enhances the relationship between the nurse and the client's family. 3. Decreases anxiety. 4. Makes the client aware of the need for extended assistance.
Medicare finances many home health care expenses. What does this allow nurses to do?
A) Provide care without the oversight of a physician B) Write necessary medication orders for the patient C) Order physical, occupational, and speech therapy if needed D) Manage and evaluate patient care for seriously ill patients
As a nursing assistant, you are responsible for:
a. Giving drugs b. Performing sterile procedures c. Meeting the person's hygiene needs d. Telephoning the doctor
Which one of the following indicates that the nurse is using surgical aseptic technique?
a. Inserting an intravenous catheter b. Placing soiled linen in moisture-resistant bags c. Disposing of syringes in puncture-proof containers d. Washing hands before changing a dressing