A group of nurses is creating a database. Which of the following would the nurses need to do first?
A) Determine the data to be collected
B) Identify the question needing an answer
C) Develop a purpose for the database
D) Identify the pieces of data to enter
B
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Which statement by the patient indicates that it may be an appropriate time to consider hospice care rather than further aggressive measures to treat his terminal illness?
a. "I am praying every day that this last round of chemotherapy will work." b. "I want to spend what time I have left at home with my grandchildren." c. "I need to meet with my financial planner to make sure my life insurance is all set." d. "I am concerned that my wife won't be able to live on her own after my death."
Which physiologic mechanism does the newborn use to maintain body temperature?
a. Shivering b. Metabolism of brown fat c. Production of fatty acids d. Decreased glucose metabolism
With HIE, patienth no longer have to request copies of their records at one physician's office or hand-carry records to another physician. In this context , HIE stands for:
a. Health Internal Elements. b. Health Information Exchange. c. Hospital Informational Exchange. d. Healthcare Information and Electronics.
Factor(s) most likely to lead to Metabolic alkalosis:
a. Prolonged vomiting, excessive suctioning, increased antacid consumption b. Hyperventilation c. Vasovagal dysfunction d. None of the above