If a nurse researcher measured the anxiety level of 100 hospitalized children, the children's average score on an anxiety scale would be a(n):
a. Variable
b. Parameter
c. Statistic
d. Operational definition
C
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Which older adult client would the nurse identify as being susceptible to decreased libido or sexual function as a result of the medication regimen?
A) A 78-year-old woman who takes an antiplatelet aggregator for the prevention of ischemic heart disease. B) An 80-year-old male client with osteoporosis who is taking vitamin D and calcium supplements. C) A 77-year-old man who takes a diuretic and a beta-adrenergic receptor blocker for the treatment of hypertension. D) An 81-year-old woman who takes HRT and nebulized bronchodilators for her chronic obstructive pulmonary disease.
What is the primary goal of the National Student Nurses Organization?
a. Changing curricula in schools of nursing to allow more students to graduate b. Eliminating poor and unprofessional nursing professors from schools of nursing c. Maintaining high standards of education in schools of nursing d. Keeping unqualified students from enter-ing the profession
A nurse is teaching an older adult about some of the risks associated with using opioid analgesics. Which of the following statements best demonstrates the individual has gained a sound knowledge base?
A) "I know that if I become dependent on the drug, my doctor and I will come up with a plan to discontinue it." B) "I'll need to be careful that I don't become addicted to the drug over time." C) "If I do develop a tolerance to the drug, I can expect some withdrawal symptoms." D) "It sounds like I might have my dosages increased over time because of tolerance."
A child is learning to ride a bicycle. He should be instructed to use a
A) Helmet B) Wrist guard C) Knee pads D) Light