A patient is diagnosed with mild hypochloremia. The nurse identifies that the patient's chloride level may return to normal by increasing his or her intake of
1. Dried fruits.
2. Salty snacks.
3. Whole grains.
4. Baked goods.
ANS: 2
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a. The nurse determines that the patient's cardiac output is adequate with which assessments? (Select all that apply.) a. Urine output of 140 cc over 4 hours b. Systolic blood pressure that remains within 20 mm of baseline c. Denial of substernal pain d. Recollection of the birthdays of all of her grandchildren e. Absence of rales and crackles
The informed consent documents must include: (Select all that apply.)
a. an explanation of potential risks and benefits to participants in the study. b. medical terminology rather than lay terms to prevent misunderstanding of the study. c. a statement on how the anonymity and confidentiality of participants are protected. d. explanation of the cost of the study. e. details on how to contact the investigator.
You are moving a patient onto a stretcher using a slide board. Two nurses are positioned on the side of the stretcher. Where is the third nurse positioned?
a. On the side of the stretcher b. At the head of the bed c. At the foot of the bed d. On the side of the bed without the stretch-er
Which two path-goal leader behaviors are also leader behaviors in the situational approach?
a. Participative and directive b. Supportive and authoritative c. Supportive and directive d. Achievement-oriented and directive