A nurse and social worker co-lead a reminiscence group for eight "young-old" adults. Which activity is most appropriate to include in the group?
a. Performing mild aerobic exercises
b. Singing a song from World War II
c. Discussing national leadership during the Vietnam War
d. Identifying the most troubling story in today's newspaper
ANS: C
"Young-old" adults are persons 65 to 74 years of age. These adults were attuned to conflicts in national leadership associated with the Vietnam War. Reminiscence groups share memories of the past. The incorrect options are less relevant to this age group.
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The new nurse demonstrates an understanding of the primary purpose of the state nurse practice act (NPA) by explaining that it acts to:
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a. "The seizure was most likely caused by brain cells being deprived of oxygen due to a blood clot in the brain." b. "The stroke generated a toxin that excites the brain cells." c. "The stroke causes an alteration in the cells adjacent to the blood clot." d. "The stroke causes an increase in the de-polarization of the brain cells due to the clot formation."
What does the Transition-to-Practice Model tie to safety?
1. Workforce orientation 2. Preceptor nurse relationship 3. Use of clinical reasoning 4. Feedback