You have been floated to another inpatient unit that utilizes the primary nursing model of care. You are excited about being able to work under this type of care model because one of the advantages of this particular model is _____
a. accountability c. geographic boundaries
b. cost d. perform all interventions
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One advantage of primary nursing is the defined accountability and responsibility for the nurse to develop a plan of care with the patient and family. Some disadvantages of this type of nursing are: high cost, no geographic boundaries, and nurses often perform interventions that could be performed by other staff members.
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a. Monitoring intake and output b. Providing a low-sodium diet c. Increasing oral fluid intake d. Weighing the client daily
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A) Impaired Elimination B) Dysfunctional Grieving C) Fatigue D) Anxiety
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a. Use phones on the nursing unit to make personal calls b. Sell your handmade crafts at work c. Have your son meet you over your lunch break d. Send text messages from the hallway as opposed to the person's room.