The client has tested positive on two different laboratory tests measuring antibodies to the human immunodeficiency virus (HIV). What is the correct interpretation of these test results?
A. The client is at increased risk for the development of opportunistic infections.
B. The client has been infected with the human immunodeficiency virus.
C. The client is immune to the human immunodeficiency virus.
D. The client has AIDS.
B
The results of these tests only indicate that the client has been infected with the human immuno-deficiency virus sufficiently to generate antibodies against the virus. These results do not indicate that the client is currently immunodeficient, has immunity to the HIV, or has AIDS.
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A. Applies warm blankets to the child B. Has the teen wear a warmed gown C. Rubs patient's fingers to warm them D. Takes teen's watch off of his wrist
A patient is admitted with pale, cool skin, midsternal chest pain unrelieved with rest, and a history of CAD. The nurse is aware that:
A) The symptoms indicate angina and should be treated as such. B) The symptoms indicate anxiety and should be treated as such. C) The symptoms indicate an acute coronary episode and should be treated as such. D) Treatment should be held until an ECG is completed.
A nurse attends an in-service aimed to educate staff about reporting hospital errors. The nurse demonstrates understanding when listing which of the following as consistent with error reporting within the United States?
a. Error reporting is transparent b. Errors are overreported c. Errors are underreported d. Providers are not concerned about consequences of reporting errors
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a. 2 b. 3 c. 4 d. 5