The nurse is documenting the findings from a mental status examination. After stating the patient's appearance and behavior, what should the nurse document next?
A) Loss of short-term memory
B) Appears sad
C) Articulate
D) Feeling that doctors are drug pushers
C
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The nurse in this example is demonstrating which attribute when following up on the vital signs? a. Interprofessional collaboration b. Staff education c. Accountability d. Delegation
A single-payer or National Health Coverage aims to
A) Increase the financial burden of health care on employers B) Increase the financial burden of health care on consumers C) Decrease the cost of care by eliminating third-party insurers D) Decrease the cost of care by decreasing quality and safety of care
Before applying an aquathermia pad, you need to:
a. Put the pad in a cover b. Put on gloves c. Place the signal light within reach d. Measure vital signs
A nursing student is initiating a relationship with an assigned client. After meeting and spending approximately 20 minutes talking with the client, the student makes arrangements to visit again after lunch. After lunch, fellow classmates invite the student to go to the gym with them and a group of clients to play volleyball. The student starts to go with them but then remembers the promise to meet with the client. The student decides to forgo volleyball and talk with her client. The student's decision reflects which ethical principle?
A) Autonomy B) Beneficence C) Fidelity D) Veracity