Quantitative nurse researchers typically develop a detailed data collection plan. At one point is this plan implemented?
A) Before beginning data collection
B) During data collection
C) After data collection
D) Before beginning and during data collection
Ans: A) Before beginning data collection
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1. Assist client to suppress feelings of abandonment. 2. Encourage client to never get involved in a relationship again. 3. Assist client to express deep rage at the ending of the relationship. 4. Assist client to verbalize feelings of abandonment in an appropriate manner.
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a. Assess the 24-hour fluid balance. b. Assess the client's oral cavity. c. Prepare to hang a normal saline bolus. d. Turn up the infusion rate of the TPN.
The nurse is testing the hearing of a 78-year-old man and is reminded of the changes in hearing that occur with aging that include which of the following? Select all that apply
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1. Use the continuous passive motion (CPM) machine. 2. Evaluate the patient's need for physical therapy. 3. Ambulate joints beyond 90 degrees as quickly as possible. 4. Follow activity orders. 5. Encourage the patient to lie down as much as possible.