Define closed head injury
Blunt trauma to the head without a penetrating wound. Example: being hit on the head with a rock or bat, or trauma caused by an auto accident, etc. that possibly leaves scratches and cuts but no penetrating break in the skull.
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The student nurse is learning how to reduce the stigma associated with mental illness. Which of the following statements by the student nurse reflects that learning has taken place?
1. "We're admitting another schizophrenic who hears God talking." 2. "A 19-year-old who reports hearing voices is being admitted with a diagnosis of psychosis not otherwise specified." 3. "We're admitting another crazy client." 4. "They've added another paranoid to the unit."
The nurse is performing an admission assessment on a patient presenting with mental health issues. Which question would the nurse ask to best assess the patient's perception of self?
1. "How do you think you look?" 2. "How would others describe you?" 3. "How would you describe yourself?" 4. "What activities make you most happy?"
The population from which the researcher selects the actual study sample is referred to as the:
a. accessible population. b. scientific population. c. target population. d. theoretical population.
Nurses should refuse to perform an activity if: a. asked to do something beyond the realms of theirpractice
b. they have not been prepared to perform afunction safely. c. directions are unclear or unethical. d. all of the above.