For a new LP/VN graduate, which of these arenas of care offers the MOST opportunities for initial employment?
a. hospice
b. long-term care facility
c. diagnostic services unit
d. general nursing unit in an acute care hospital
B
More career opportunities are available for the LP/VN in long-term care facilities than in the other services described in this chapter. The LP/VN may act as a supervisor for the evening or night shifts. The nurse needs sharp assessment skills and a sound ability to make nursing judgments based on assessment findings. The LP/VN may also be expected to supervise and coordinate the work of nursing assistants.
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1. The non-biologic one from the heterosexual cohabitating family. 2. The divorced one from the binuclear family. 3. The divorced one when the single-parent mother has custody. 4. The stepfather from the blended or reconstituted family.
A nurse is caring for a client on mechanical ventilation. When double-checking the ventilator settings with the respiratory therapist, what should the nurse ensure as a priority?
a. The client is able to initiate spontaneous breaths. b. The inspired oxygen has adequate humidification. c. The upper peak airway pressure limit alarm is off. d. The upper peak airway pressure limit alarm is on.
Nonaqueous solutions, such as a capsule without water, have a maximum beyond use date (BUD) of no later than _______.
a. 14 days b. 30 days c. 6 months d. 1 year
Beginning procedure actions include
A) documenting the procedure. B) handwashing. C) always applying gloves. D) lowering the bed height.