In defining the philosophy of nursing, which of the following would not be included?
A) Purpose of human life
B) Nature of being
C) Theory of knowledge
D) Scientific method
D
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The patient has experienced a mediastinal shift to the left. Several structures or functions will be compromised by this condition. What is the most significant effect?
A) Right lung will be compressed. B) Cardiac output will be diminished. C) Point of maximal impulse will be displaced. D) Jugular venous distention will occur.
A nurse observes a new graduate nurse being harassed by co-workers when asking questions or requesting help. What action by the nurse is best?
a. Do not intervene, because it will only invite more harassment. b. Ask the nursing manager to intervene on behalf of the new nurse. c. Respectfully confront the staff and explain that this behavior is not part of nursing. d. Teach the new nurse to stand up for himself or herself when harassed. This is bullying behavior by the staff, and often the new nurse cannot handle it alone. If the new nurse cannot manage this with mentoring of the seasoned nurse, the other nurse should help the new nurse report this behavior to the management staff.
The nurse is obtaining the subjective data for a health history. Which components should the nurse include? Select all that apply.
A. Review of body systems. B. Description of ambulation. C. General survey. D. History of present illness. E. Family medical history.
Capillary puncture is typically performed on adults when:
a.) no accessible veins can be located b.) patients have thrombotic tendencies c.) veins are saved for chemotherapy d.) all of the above