Sensitivity is the ability of a measure to identify a "case" or to screen a diagnosis correctly
A) True
B) False
A
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A) "Take 150 mg once a month on the same day of the month." B) "Take 70 mg once a week on the same day of the week." C) "Take 400 mg/d." D) "Take 3 mg once per month on the same day of the month."
A novice nurse who wants to provide culturally competent care will include which elements when caring for patients?
1. Acceptance and guidance 2. Knowledge and sympathy 3. Awareness and sensitivity 4. Understanding and approving
All of the following are risk factors associated with cardiovascular disease. Which of these would be considered an alterable risk factor?
a. menopause c. high blood pressure b. physical inactivity d. history of chest pain
What is an indication for use of parenteral nutrition (PN) in a client?
A) Recovering stroke victim B) Drastic weight loss measures C) Inadequate oral intake expected over a 7- to 10-day period D) Preparing for major surgery on the digestive system