When the nurse assesses the client's blood sugar, what is the term for the type of skill the nurse is using?
A) Technical
B) Therapeutic
C) Interactional
D) Adaptive
Ans: A
Technical skills are used to carry out treatments and procedures.
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Which procedure should be performed first during the physical exam of the newborn?
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