What is the primary purpose of an incident report?
A) means of identifying risks C) basis for disciplinary action
B) basis for staff evaluation D) format for audiotaped report
A
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A nurse teaches a client's family members about signs and symptoms of approaching death. Which manifestations should the nurse include in this teaching? (Select all that apply.)
a. Warm and flushed extremities b. Long periods of insomnia c. Increased respiratory rate d. Decreased appetite e. Congestion and gurgling
To prevent acid–base disturbances, the ratio between carbonic acid and bicarbonate should be
a. 10 mEq of carbonic acid to 20 mEq of bicarbonate. b. 20 mEq of carbonic acid to 10 mEq of bicarbonate. c. 1 mEq of carbonic acid to 20 mEq of bicarbonate. d. 20 mEq of carbonic acid to 1 mEq of bicarbonate.
A 90-year-old woman has been in an automobile crash and sustained four fractured ribs on the left side of her thorax. Based on her age and the injury, what complication is she at risk for?
A) pneumonia C) urinary incontinence B) altered thought processes D) viral influenza
The nurse is caring for a patient who has a hiatal hernia and reports heartburn. Which of the following suggestions should the nurse provide?
a. Eat large meals. b. Recline 1 hour before meals. c. Sleep flat without a pillow. d. Avoid bedtime snacks.