The nurse is on a committee working toward establishing a rapid response team. What is the most important consideration in establishing such a team?
A) Number of cardiopulmonary arrests in the hospital yearly
B) Gaining support of senior hospital leadership
C) Availability of nurse practitioner to lead the team
D) Identifying possible negative effects on patient outcomes
B
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This is an example of using: a. evidence b. standards c. attributes or traits. d. reflection
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a. Hemorrhaging b. Seizures c. Tetany d. Hypoglycemia e. Thyroid crisis (storm) f. SIADH
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A) "There are many resistant strains of gonorrhea; more than one antibiotic may be required for successful treatment." B) "The combination of these two antibiotics reduces the risk of reinfection." C) "Many people infected with gonorrhea are infected with chlamydia as well." D) "This combination of medications will eradicate the infection faster than a single antibiotic."
The nurse should assess a client diagnosed with hypertension for which of the following nutrient deficiencies?
a. Protein c. Zinc b. Calcium d. Iron