Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease and asthma, both of which are exacerbated by air pollution, are problems with what system of the body?
A. nervous system
B. respiratory system
C. endocrine system
D. digestive system
Ans: B. respiratory system
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A nurse manager has planned orientation activities for a new registered nurse. The new nurse is required to observe shift report and UAP delegation for a week
Then the new nurse is required to take shift report and delegate UAP assignments for a week. What is the rationale for making this orientation assignment? 1. Delegation is not taught at all nursing schools. 2. Shift report differs in all hospitals. 3. Shift report and UAP delegation are minimal tasks and good for novice nurses. 4. The manager should focus on those skills specific to the new nurse's role.
A nurse recording the family history of a newborn identifies that many people in the mother's line and the father's line have died from cancer. What information should the nurse provide for these parents?
Note: Credit will be given only if all correct choices and no incorrect choices are selected. Standard Text: Select all that apply. 1. "Unfortunately, there is little you can do to change the effects of genetics." 2. "You should be certain that your child is not exposed to secondhand smoke." 3. "You need to have your child screened every six months for cancer development." 4. "As your baby grows older, be sure to offer a well-balanced diet." 5. "Your child should be started on immune-enhancing medications at an early age."
With which of the following heart conditions is pregnancy not usually contraindicated?
1. Peripartum cardiomyopathy 2. Eisenmenger syndrome 3. Heart transplant 4. All of these contraindicate pregnancy.
The nurse is planning care for a newborn. Which of the following nursing interventions would best protect the newborn from the most common form of heat loss?
A. Placing the newborn away from air currents B. Pre-warming the examination table C. Drying the newborn thoroughly D. Removing wet linens from the isolette