Which clinical finding is most indicative of an acute bacterial infection?
a. Increased (band) neutrophils.
b. Elevated temperature.
c. Elevated erythrocyte sedimentation rate.
d. Elevated WBC count.
Ans: a. Increased (band) neutrophils.
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The nurse is alarmed as she assesses a protruding umbilical cord from the vagina. What immediate action should the nurse take?
a. Monitor intensity of contractions b. Place the patient in the knee-chest position c. Notify the charge nurse d. Ask the patient to perform a Valsalva maneuver
A patient who is not fully informed about his or her health status is an example of a violation of which ethical principle?
a. Autonomy b. Justice c. Utilitarianism d. Confidentiality
Healthcare professionals using social media must remain cognisant of violating:
a. privacy and confidentiality. b. ethics and security. c. credibility and reliability. d. all of the above.
What is the purpose of the ANA's Scope and Standards of Practice?
a. To describe the ethical responsibility of nurses b. To define the activities that are special and unique to nursing c. To establish nursing as an independent and free standing profession d. To regulate the practice of nursing