A nurse is assessing a patient's height, weight, and body mass index. The nurse classifies the patient as obese if the body mass index exceeds ______ kg/m2

Fill in the blank(s) with correct word


30

Rationale: Obesity is defined by a BMI of 30 kg/m2.

Global Rationale: Obesity is defined by a BMI of 30 kg/m2.

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1. Lordosis 2. Scoliosis 3. Kyphosis 4. Flattened curve

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Which statement made by the graduate nurse indicates understanding of the NCLEX-RN® exam passing score?

a. "Candidates seeking licensure in Califor-nia and New York must score higher.". b. "The passing score is the same for licen-sure in all states.". c. "Candidates from BSN programs must score one standard deviation higher than the ADN graduates.". d. "ADN graduates must answer 80% of the 265 questions correctly to pass.".

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The Joint Commission publishes a Sentinel Event Alert every month. Which of the following is the best example of a sentinel event?

a. Tylenol #3 is given to a patient when plain Tylenol was ordered. b. Code pink is called after a newborn is discovered missing from the nursery. c. After receiving the correct medication, the patient complains of itching all over, and a rash is noted on the patient's trunk. d. During a blood transfusion, the patient's temperature increases to 100.4° F, and the patient complains of generalized pruritus.

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To meet accreditation standards regarding client care, a health care facility must show evidence of what?

A) Employee satisfaction surveys B) Financial accounts and statements C) Documentation of indigent care D) Client education documentation

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