Which of the following documentation entries is an example of objective data?
1. An area of erythema to the upper right extremity approximately 1 by 4 inches
2. Complaint of pain in the RLQ of the abdomen rated 5 on pain scale of 1 to 10
3. Family states that the patient does not sleep at night and wanders about the house
4. Assessment reveals past history of drug abuse
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Objective data are data that are observable and measurable.
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A client with HIV/AIDS asks the nurse why gabapentin (Neurontin) is part of the drug regimen when the client does not have a history of seizures. What response by the nurse is best?
a. "Gabapentin can be used as an antidepressant too." b. "I have no idea why you should be taking this drug." c. "This drug helps treat the pain from nerve irritation." d. "You are at risk for seizures due to fungal infections."
A nurse manager and an employee meet to discuss the employee?s appraisal. They disagree on the content of the employee evaluation. The disagreement turns into an argument. The best managerial strategy is to:
1. Postpone the interview. 2. Agree on arbitration. 3. Seek input from employee peers. 4. Report the employee to the human resources manager.
According to the 2010 Census, 40.3 million people are aged 65 and over. What are the long-term implications for the health of this group?
A. Providing health care that is focused on gerontological needs B. Developing medications to prolong life at any cost C. Providing health insurance for all age groups D. Developing systems to provide health care only to those older citizens who remain healthy
Which of the following descriptions is true os using a placebo for pain control without the patients consent?
a. widespread practice b. consistently effective c. deceptive d. justified to determine whether the pain is real