One nurse asks another, "Where can I find out more about outcomes that are most influenced by the actions of nursing?" The best response would be:
1. "Look at NANDA diagnostic nomenclature."
2. "Look at NIC."
3. "Look at NOC."
4. "Look at DSM-IV-TR."
ANS: 3
Nursing-sensitive client outcomes that can be measured on a continuum are the focus of the Nursing Outcomes Classification (option 3). 1. NANDA focuses on nursing diagnoses. 2. NIC focuses on nursing interventions. 4. DSM-IV-TR provides diagnostic criteria for psychiatric dis-orders.
You might also like to view...
A patient has been diagnosed with a valvular disorder. The patient tells the nurse that he has read about numerous treatment options, including valvuloplasty. What should the nurse teach the patient about valvuloplasty?
A) "For some patients, valvuloplasty can be done in a cardiac catheterization laboratory." B) "Valvuloplasty is a dangerous procedure, but it has excellent potential if it goes well." C) "Valvuloplasty is open heart surgery, but this is very safe these days and normally requires only an overnight hospital stay." D) "It's prudent to get a second opinion before deciding to have valvuloplasty."
The nurse is demonstrating palpation of the lymph nodes to a nursing student. Which of the following methods would be correct for the nurse to use during this examination?
1. First on one side, then on the other 2. Gentle, circular pressure 3. Strong, deep pressure 4. Always attempt to push the nodes into the muscle.
The nurse is assessing an anxious-appearing client who is experiencing abdominal pain. The nurse should use which of the following techniques to put the client at ease when assessing the client's abdomen?
1. Palpate known painful areas first. 2. Touch each area lightly before applying deeper palpation. 3. Perform the exam as quickly as possible. 4. Refrain from conversation during the assessment.
Approximately how many Americans rely on the Internet when choosing a school for themselves or a child?
a. 10 million c. 21 million b. 17 million d. 28 million