A major contributor to morbidity and mortality in the United States is
1. Homicide and suicide
2. Motor vehicle accidents
3. Chronic disease
4. Substance use and abuse
ANS: 4
A major contributor to morbidity and mortality in the United States is substance abuse.
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a. a nursing diagnosis. c. nursing outcomes. b. nursing interventions. d. the nursing process.
Which of the following conditions develops when air enters the pleural space from the lung on inhalation and cannot exit on exhalation?
a. Tension pneumothorax b. Sucking chest wound c. Open pneumothorax d. Pulmonary interstitial empyema
Which nursing interventions should be implemented to help prevent the development of multiple organ dysfunction syndrome (MODS) in a critically ill patient who is being mechanically ventilated?
1. Enforcing hand washing before and after touching a patient 2. Following an evidence-based ventilator bundle 3. Using urinary catheters to prevent perineal skin breakdown 4. Complying with turning and repositioning schedules 5. Restricting visitors to immediate family only
Which of the following is not a characteristic of a conflict situation in conflict management?
A) Two or more parties involved B) Strong emotions and behavior C) No power involved D) Mutually exclusive needs