When a patient responds to a question with a "yes" or "no" answer, what appropriate responses by the nurse encourage the patient to elaborate? (Select all that apply.)
A) Yes
B) I see
C) Um hum
D) Go on
E) Okay
A, B, D
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1. "It takes a while for the skin to heal.". 2. "You could use makeup.". 3. "I would complain to the doctor.". 4. "What did you expect?"
A 6-month-old infant is brought in for a well check. It is noted his head circumference is off the chart and at a much higher percentile than was previously measured. What should you do next?
A) Recommend a neurology consult. B) Order a CT of the head. C) Remeasure the circumference. D) Admit the child to the hospital for further workup.
The nurse is working with a group of pregnant teens. Which statement indicates that teaching has been successful?
1. "Pregnant teens are more likely to quit school prior to graduation." 2. "Because I am young, I have a low risk for preeclampsia." 3. "My baby could come late because I am a teenager." 4. "I am more likely to use birth control after I have this baby."
In calculating standard scores, which two descriptive statistics are needed?
a. Median, IQR b. Median, percentiles c. Mean, Range d. Mean, SD