The nurse researcher knows it is important to make a distinction between target and accessible populations. What is a population?
A) Aggregate of cases that conform to designated criteria and that are accessible for a study
B) Aggregate of cases about which the researcher would like to generalize
C) Entire aggregation of cases in which a researcher is interested
D) Characteristics of individuals that meet the specific population characteristics
C
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A) The appropriate use of antibiotics to prevent postoperative infection B) The correct procedure for taking a sitz bath C) The need to eat a low-residue, low-fat diet for the next 2 weeks D) The correct technique for keeping the perianal region clean without the use of water
The nurse is assisting with a client undergoing a sequential organ failure assessment (SOFA). Which systems will the nurse anticipate being included in the assessment? Select all that apply.
A) Respiratory B) Gastrointestinal C) Integumentary D) Neurological E) Cardiovascular
John, a new graduate, reviews the employee evaluation for his new position. The first section requires that he list his own specific objectives to be accomplished. This is an example of:
a. The traditional rating scale. b. Learning goals, or management by objectives. c. A forced distribution scale. d. A behavior-anchored rating scale.
A patient referred to the eating disorders clinic has lost 35 pounds in 3 months and has developed amenorrhea. For which physical manifestations of anorexia nervosa should a nurse assess? Select all that apply
a. Peripheral edema b. Parotid swelling c. Constipation d. Hypotension e. Dental caries f. Lanugo