MC There has been an outbreak of measles at a local high school. The nurse is encouraging students to take the measles immunization. Those who are susceptible are reminded of the serious consequences of measles. The nurse educates the students
on the benefits of the immunization. Most students decide the benefits outweigh the barriers to the immunization. The model used to guide health promotion in this situation is the:
A. Precede-Proceed model.
B. Precaution Adoption Process model.
C. Health Belief model.
D. Theory of Reasoned Action model.
C. Health Belief model.
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The nurse demonstrates effective communication by ensuring all of the following except
a. two-way exchange of information among clients and health providers. b. making sure that unilateral information is exchanged between clients and nurses. c. making sure that the expectations and responsibilities of all are clearly understood. d. recognizing that effective communication is an active process for all involved.
The nurse is caring for a patient who has had a stroke causing total paralysis of the right side. To help maintain joint function and minimize the disability from contractures, passive ROM will be initiated. When should the nurse begin this therapy?
a. After the acute phase of the disease has passed b. As soon as the ability to move is lost c. Once the patient enters the rehab unit d. When the patient requests it
The nurse is assessing a patient who was recently admitted to the emergency department with dysrhythmias and shortness of breath. Which baseline nursing assessment(s) should be the priority(ies)? (Select all that apply.)
a. ECG monitoring b. Medication history c. Oxygen saturation d. Presence of chest pain, dyspnea, and fatigue e. Mental status f. Sleep pattern
Which statement is true regarding the patient who has given consent for a surgical procedure?
a. Information necessary to understand the nature of and reason for the surgery has been provided b. The length of stay in the hospital has been preapproved by the managed care provider c. Information about the surgeons experience has been provided d. The nurse has provided detailed information about the surgical procedure