The nurse is aware that a patient's values reflect influences from ____________________________. (Select all that apply.)
a. religion.
b. philosophy.
c. family.
d. culture.
e. society.
ANS: A, B, C, D, E
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A physician and nurse are performing a dressing change on an unresponsive patient in room I-14 . The physician asks the nurse for an update on the patient in room I-13 . The nurse should
a. give the update to the physician. b. refuse to give the update because of HIPAA requirements. c. give the update because the patient's unconscious state will not compromise confidentiality. d. refuse to give the update because of OSHA requirements.
One of the two mechanisms that ensures autonomy in the nursing profession is the:
a. American Nurses Association (ANA). b. Department of Health Professionals. c. Nursing Code of Ethics. d. Professional Regulatory Board.
The nurse is reviewing the outcomes of a patient's plan of care. Which portions of the critical thinking process are used in this evaluation? Note: Credit will be given only if all correct choices and no incorrect choices are selected
Select all that apply. 1. Revision of cues 2. Generation of alternatives 3. Analysis of the situation 4. Selection of alternatives 5. Collection of information
What must occur before physician-initiated interventions can be carried out?
A) They must be written on the nursing plan of care. B) The nurse relinquishes all responsibility for them. C) Any healthcare provider may order them. D) The physician gives a verbal or written order.