A nursing faculty is presenting a lecture on ethics. The correct definition of ethical distress is:
a. belief about worth as a standard to guide behavior
b. knowing the correct action, but unable to perform due to constraints
c. supporting the rights of a client during hospitalization
d. being aware of the principles of right and wrong
Answer: b. knowing the correct action, but unable to perform due to constraints
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A) Pressure on the peritoneal membrane B) Friction of stool against the sigmoid colon C) Distention of the rectum by stool D) Osmotic changes in the lower bowel
The Human Resources director has drafted the following position description for a nurse to work in the informatics department
Skills and Experience: Needs assessment; Technical writing; Managing the implementation of documentation systems; Training staff on the use of documentation systems; Recent database creation; Application design and testing. What important element is missing from this position description? 1. Education level 2. Budget preparation 3. Clinical experience 4. Interest in computers
A father is concerned that his 14-year-old son is engaging in high-risk behavior by inline-skating in traffic. He is afraid the son will kill himself accidentally
The nurse explains that this behavior in adolescents is believed to be due to which of the following attitudes? a. underlying suicidal wish c. belief that "death won't happen to me" b. need for attention d. need to excel in some skill or activity
Thought patterns have little to do with the physical body or with emotional depression
Indicate whether the statement is true or false