From nursing practice acts, guidelines have been developed to direct nursing care. These are called:
a. prudent practice rules c. procedural practice standards
b. practice policies d. standards of practice
D
From the nursing practice acts, guidelines have been developed to direct nursing care. These guidelines are called standards of practice or standards of care. Standards of practice are also derived from other sources. Professional organizations such as the American Nurses Association (ANA) for the registered nurse (RN) and the National Federation of Licensed Practical Nurses (NFLPN) for the LP/VN have also developed standards of practice. Nursing care planning books, especially for specialized areas, are other resources for practice standards.
Policy and procedure manuals also represent standards of practice.
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A) Pancreas B) Eyes C) Liver D) Lungs E) Skin
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A) Face only B) Face, neck, and chest C) Face and neck D) Neck and chest
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A) Review the woman's medical history and laboratory results and interview her to confirm all information is accurate and up to date. B) Place the woman in the fetal position on the table and keep her steady so that she won't move during the procedure. C) Administer a fluid bolus through the IV line to reduce the risk of hypotension. D) Prepare a sterile field with the supplies and medications that will be needed.