The core concept of Reed's theory is
A. Vulnerability.
B. Well-being.
C. Self-transcendence.
D. Nursing processes.
ANS: C
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A) Free from liability because Mr. Y signed the form B) May be held liable for a violation of Mr. Y's rights C) Liable unless a malpractice insurance policy is in effect D) Not liable because no family member had a durable power of attorney
A patient with a diagnosis of deep vein thrombosis (DVT) is being treated with unfractionated heparin, which is being administered intravenously. The nurse who is providing care for this patient should consequently prioritize what assessments?
A) Assessing the patient for internal or external hemorrhage B) Monitoring the patient's intake and output, and assessing for signs of fluid volume deficit C) Assessing the patient for adventitious lung sounds and assessing SaO2 levels D) Assessing the patient's pain levels
The nurse has to administer a bitter tasting oral medication to a 5-year-old patient. What is the best strategy to administer this drug to the child?
A) Before administering the medication, offer flavored ice on a stick. B) Administer the medication in a cup of milk. C) Have the child keep nostrils open and drink the medication through a straw. D) Use a specially manufactured medication nipple or pacifier.
A nurse researcher investigating treatment options to decrease the risk of developing hypertension should consider which genetic information?
1. The genes responsible for most hypertension have been identified through candidate gene studies. 2. Many of the genes responsible for familial hypertension are also responsible for essential hypertension. 3. Hypertension is the disease process that exemplifies how complete knowledge of genetic transmission can be used to control progression. 4. GWAS of hypertension identified numerous genetic foci not previously associated with hypertension.