Expected outcomes for patients who are being taught how to use a thermometer include which of the following? (Select all that apply.)
a. Ability to correctly measure temperature
b. Ability to properly clean and store the thermometer
c. Knowledge of normal temperature ranges
d. Knowledge of signs and symptoms of fever
A, B, C, D
Expected outcomes after completion of the procedure include that the patient is able to correctly measure temperature, demonstrate proper cleaning and storage of equipment, and state normal temperature range and factors that affect temperature, signs and symptoms of fever and hypothermia, and measures to take with abnormal temperatures.
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The nurse is educating a client on the prevention of toxic shock syndrome (TSS). Which statement by the client indicates a lack of understanding?
a. "I need to change my tampon every 8 hours during the day." b. "At night, I should use a feminine pad rather than a tampon." c. "If I don't use tampons, I should not get TSS." d. "It is best if I wash my hands before inserting the tampon."
Which statement indicates a nursing student is in need of more study time?
1. ?Chaos theorists believe change is inevitable.? 2. ?Classical theorists believe in organizational hierarchy.? 3. ?Systems theorists discuss outputs and inputs.? 4. ?Contingency theorists believe the environment forces organizational change.?
The rate that best indicates the proportion of people exposed to an agent who develop the disease is
a. Attack rate b. Incidence c. Prevalence d. Susceptibility
When performing a skin assessment of an adult patient, the nurse expects what finding?
a. Reddened area does not blanch when gentle pressure is applied b. Indentation of the finger remains in the skin after palpation c. Flaking or scaling of the skin d. Return of skin to its original position when pinched up slightly