The nurse cares for an older adult and recognizes the client is at increased risk for developing infection. Which condition poses the greatest risk of infection in the client?
A. Diabetes mellitus
B. Eczema
C. Glaucoma
D. Emphysema
Answer: A
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A researcher used a systematic sampling plan. The sample size was 200 . The sampling interval was 250 . The first element drawn was 196 . The second element would be:
A) 396 B) 45 C) 446 D) 646
The nurse demonstrates consistency when working with a client in the nurse-client relationship. This behavior would be:
a. calling the client by name. b. maintaining confidentiality. c. asking the client about personal preferences. d. adhering to a schedule.
Select the best description of nursing practice in the psychiatric setting
a. The nurse primarily serves in a supportive role to other members of the team. b. The multidisciplinary approach eliminates the need to clearly define the responsibilities of nursing. c. Clearly differentiated nursing actions have been identified that distinguish nursing from other professions. d. Although professional role overlap exists, nursing offers unique contributions to psychotherapeutic management.
A medical?surgical nurse is implementing a plan of care for a hypertensive client. Which of the following is the most important information to consider?
1. Whether the client utilizes any complementary and alternative therapies 2. Whether the client has ever had symptoms from hypertension 3. When the client last saw the physician 4. The client's family history