Why is it important for nurses in general practice to have an awareness of forensic knowledge?
a. They may one day wish to become certi-fied in forensic nursing.
b. With the increasing involvement of nurses in malpractice suits, forensic knowledge will help them win their cases.
c. Nurses are often in positions to report crimes or preserve evidence.
d. Forensic knowledge is a part of nursing curricula and is necessary for passing the NCLEX examination.
C
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Family assessment can be challenging and each nurse may obtain additional information regarding family structure and dynamics. What is the best way to share this information from shift to shift?
a. Create an informal family information sheet that is kept on the bedside clipboard. That way, everyone can review it quickly when needed. b. Develop a standardized reporting form for family information that is incorporated into the patient's medical record and updated as needed. c. Require that the charge nurse have a detailed list of information about each patient and family member. Thus, someone on the unit is always knowledgeable about potential issues. d. Try to remember to discuss family structure and dynamics as part of the change-of-shift report.
What should a patient be encouraged to do before the initiation of any anti-HIV drug protocol?
a. Give up sexual activity for several months. b. Follow the strict dietary guidelines. c. Comply with the drug protocol. d. Involve the partner in a support program.
The nurse is administering cortisol to a client. This intervention should result in:
1. increased secretion from the pituitary. 2. decreased level of consciousness. 3. increased secretion from the hypothalamus. 4. decreased secretion from the pituitary.
Select the statement that best describes the reason why antidiarrheals containing atropine should not be used by patients who have glaucoma.
A. Anticholinergic drugs may increase intraocular pressure by reducing anterior chamber drainage in patients with glaucoma. B. Anticholinergic drugs may damage the ciliary cells in the eye. C. Anticholinergic drugs may increase the density of the vitreous humor and lead to lowered intraocular pressure. D. None of these are correct.