When a nurse and client meet informally or have an otherwise limited but helpful relationship, the relationship is referred to as
A. crisis intervention.
B. a therapeutic encounter.
C. autonomous interaction.
D. preorientation phenomenon
Answer: B. a therapeutic encounter.
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A) Change from gravity infusion to an electronic IV pump. B) Monitor the patient's IV infusion hourly. C) Label the patient's bag of IV solution with a time-calibrated strip of tape. D) Assess the patient often for signs and symptoms of fluid overload.
In determining malnourishment in a patient, which assessment finding is consistent with this disorder?
a. Moist lips b. Pink conjunctivae c. Spoon-shaped nails d. Not easily plucked hair
An advantage of the LMW heparins over standard heparin is that:
A. their bioavailability is almost complete following subcutaneous administration. B. they can be administered orally. C. they are less effective at binding active factor X. D. they seldom interfere with the coagulation cascade but can produce the same spectrum of interference as standard heparin.
What is the reason there are so few hospitals in rural areas?
a. Few nurses and physicians enjoy the rural lifestyle. b. Historically, hospitals began in large urban areas and have slowly expanded outward but haven't yet reached all rural areas. c. Rural areas have very low population density. d. Rural residents don't trust hospitals, preferring to receive care from neighbors and friends.