An experienced nurse applies for a position in labor and delivery. Even though he is better qualified than other applicants, the nurse manager hires a female nurse
She explains that she wants to protect her patients from being uncomfortable with a male nurse. This situation is an example of which of the following?
a. Sexism c. Both of the above
b. Paternalism d. Neither of the above
C
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The nurse leader is conducting a staff meeting. During the meeting, staff members have verbalized dissatisfaction with the staffing pattern created by the nurse leader. The nurse listens intently as the staff come up with other options
The nurse leader is demonstrating: a. openness. b. integrity. c. dedication. d. magnanimity.
The student nurse asks a nursing assistive personnel (NAP) to help move a patient up in bed
The student nurse instructs the NAP to position the patient in bed to avoid which of the following factors that would contribute to pressure ulcer formation? a. Friction b. Shear c. Moisture d. Tunneling
When taking a health history, the nurse asks a patient about taking over-the-counter medications. The patient reports taking large doses of aspirin to relieve daily headaches
This comment should alert the nurse to further assess the patient's hearing for which reason? 1. The headaches are probably caused by a hearing disorder. 2. Aspirin can be ototoxic. 3. Most headaches are caused by disorders of the inner ear. 4. The patient is trying to treat a serious condition without medical intervention.
The nurse is teaching a group of young women how to prevent urinary tract infections. What will the nurse include in the teaching? Note: Credit will be given only if all correct and no incorrect choices are selected. Select all that apply
1. The importance of good hygiene 2. How to recognize the signs and symptoms 3. How to take prescribed antibiotics 4. Fluids are restricted to 1000 ml 5. To urinate only when the urge is strong