In ____________________, care is provided based on the strength of the evidence.
Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).
evidence-based practice
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a. application of continuous heat to affected joints b. long-term administration of steroids c. extended period of bed rest d. monthly throat cultures
A client with severe emphysema had a myocardial infarction and is hospitalized on the telemetry unit. The night nurse notices that the client has frequent dysrhythmias. The priority action for the nurse would be to check the client's
a. cardiac enzymes. b. electrocardiogram. c. electrolyte values. d. oxygen saturation.
The nurse is beginning the assessment of a patient with substance abuse. What should the nurse ask that demonstrates an open-ended question?
Select all that apply. 1. On average, how many days a week do you drink or use drugs? 2. How often and how much do you usually use? 3. What is the greatest number of drinks you have had at any one time in the past month? 4. Do you drink beer or whiskey? 5. Did you drink beer before coming to the hospital?
A patient scheduled for a laparoscopic cholecystectomy in 4 days asks how pain can be controlled until the surgery. How should the nurse respond?
1. "You will feel better if you sit in a recliner and drink water and try not to eat anything. Do not eat any fat." 2. "You will feel better if you rest in bed and do not eat anything until the procedure. Drink only water and milk." 3. "You will feel better if you alternate lying on your back and lying on your abdomen. You may eat anything except fatty food." 4. "You will feel better if you walk as frequently as possible. You may drink coffee, but not soda."