The risk of choking is greater in a young adult than it is in an elderly adult.
Answer the following statement true (T) or false (F)
False
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Prenatal testing is used to assess for genetic risks and to identify genetic disorders. In explaining to a couple regarding an elevated alpha-fetoprotein screening test result, the nurse would discuss the need for:
A) special care needed for a Down syndrome infant B) a more specific determination of the acid-base status C) further, more definitive evaluations to conclude anything D) immediate termination of the pregnancy based on results
A patient, newly diagnosed with thrombocytopenia, is admitted to the medical unit. After the admission assessment the patient asks the nurse to explain the disease. What should the nurse explain to the patient about this condition?
A) There could be an attack on the platelets by the antibodies B) There could be decreased production of platelets C) There could be elevated platelet production. D) There could be decreased white blood cell production.
Health care professionals have been activated to respond to a disaster, and the registered nurse who is coordinating the effort realizes that: (Select all that apply.)
a. in the event of a mass casualty incident, care is prioritized to those who have the greatest chance of surviving. b. communities should use their own resources first to attempt to stabilize and organize the response. c. state assistance occurs any time a disaster occurs, regardless of the community's resources. d. the emergency operating plan developed by one central agency rather than individual facilities should be put into operation. e. strict protocols regarding the use of resources must be followed.
You are the nurse working at a local hospital. When you accept an assignment of clients at the beginning of your shift, under the laws of negligence, you are considered to have a legal duty to:
a. provide care for each of these clients b. ensure the satisfaction of clients and their families c. act in a manner that won't create legal difficulties for the hospital d. perform in an ethical and moral manner