What is the guiding principle when attempting to address errors made in the delivery of health care?
A) Reporting of errors must be both mandatory and voluntary
B) Errors are a result of faulty organizational processes
C) People are the root cause of health delivery errors
D) Errors are either unavoidable or result from reckless behavior
Answer: D) Errors are either unavoidable or result from reckless behavior
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The nurse understands that decreased production of surfactant in the preterm lung is a problem because surfactant:
A) causes increased permeability of the alveoli B) provides transportation for oxygen into the lungs C) keeps the alveoli open during expiration D) dilates the bronchioles, decreasing airway resistance
A public health nurse is working with several communities to develop appropriate programs for health surveillance. Which agency would the nurse contact to obtain information on this topic?
A) Centers for Disease Control and Prevention B) National Institutes of Health C) Agency for Health Care Research and Quality D) Food and Drug Administration
During a routine checkup, a nurse observes the client's skin to be tight and shiny. Which of the following is the correct indication of this sign?
A) Sebum deficiency B) Fluid retention C) Dehydration D) Protein deficiency
The nurse is reviewing the terminally ill client's chart, and notes a referral for hospice care. Characteristics of hospice care include: Standard Text: Select all that apply
1. Medicare pays an all-inclusive benefit related to the terminal illness or symptom management. 2. Care is delivered by an interdisciplinary team. 3. A nurse can make a referral for hospice care. 4. Clients can have Medicare claims denied if they live longer than 6 months. 5. Hospice care can be carried out in a variety of settings.