Which of the following is considered a non-point source of pollution?
1. Hazardous waste site
2. Animal waste from wildlife
3. Chlorine poured down a well
4. Stagnant water
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Point source means a single place from which the pollutant is released into the environment, while non–point source implies a more diffuse source of pollution.
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Which action would the nurse take when assessing a patient of American Indian culture?
A. Remaining quiet and recognizing the importance of nonverbal communication to seek information B. Asking detailed questions regarding the presenting symptoms C. Asking indirect questions about the reason for seeking health care D. Ensuring that no one beyond the medical provider and the client discuss what has brought the client to seek care
The nurse is assessing a client with a history of heart failure. What priority question assists the nurse to assess the client's activity level?
a. "Do you have trouble breathing or chest pain?" b. "Are you able to walk upstairs without fatigue?" c. "Do you awake with breathlessness during the night?" d. "Do you have new-onset heaviness in your legs?"
The nurse is administering an IV push medication through an IV lock. After injecting the medication, which action will be taken next?
a. Flushing the lock b. Regulating the IV flow c. Clamping the tubing for 10 minutes d. Holding the patient's arm up to improve blood flow
A patient tells the nurse that he has damaged cartilage in his knee. Which of the following is the nurse's best response to this patient?
1. "Did the doctor talk with you about having a knee replacement or other surgery?" 2. "It will take a few months for the damage to heal.". 3. "Exercise will increase the healing time for the cartilage.". 4. "That is considered a strain and will heal itself in a few weeks.".