Which statement about assisted living residences (ALRs) is correct?
a. Clean and soiled linens are stored in the same area.
b. Pets and animals are allowed as long as they stay in the resident's room.
c. Oxygen is stored according to the manu-facturer's instructions.
d. Residents have access to a first aid kit.
C
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1. Tell the parents they are not allowed to come into the examination room. 2. Provide time alone with both the adolescent and the parents. 3. Let the parents know the nurse will share the information with them after the exam. 4. Do not ask the parents their opinions of the adolescent's friends.
When teaching a client about the adverse effects of thiazide diuretic, the nurse basis instruction on which underlying cause of most adverse effects?
a. hypokalemia c. muscle weakness b. hyperkalemia d. muscle cramps
Place the necessary steps for the removal of a patient's contact lenses in the correct order (1–6). (Enter the number of each step in the proper sequence, do not use commas)
1. Hard lenses will pop out between your fingers. Soft lenses will wrinkle off the eye, and you can grasp them with your fingers. 2. Fill the wells, covering the lenses with saline or special soaking solution according to the patient's routine. 3. Pull down on the lower lid and place one finger across the top of the upper lid, applying gentle but firm pressure. 4. Wash your hands and put on gloves. 5. Hold the lens gently and carefully while you place it in the appropriate well of the lens case, either left or right. 6. Ask the patient to blink.
Integrating micro and macro systems-level organizational theories helps nurses create professional working environments that promote patient safety. There are five management practices that are essential for patient safety. These include
1. Creating an autocratic environment in the work place 2. Requiring employees to use strict procedures in all aspects of patient care 3. Involving workers in decision making pertaining to work design and flow 4. Working with acute care facilities for continuance of care