The nurse assesses a slowing of the impulse transmission in the nervous system that results in:
a. hypertension.
b. hearing deficit.
c. decrease in tactile sensations.
d. longer reaction time.
D
When nerve impulses in the nervous system of an older adult slow down, the result is a longer reaction time.
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The nurse is providing care for a client who is about to be discharged. The nurse is discussing the discharge orders with the client's primary healthcare provider. Which statement by the nurse is an appropriate example of using assertive communication?
A) "Can we talk about this client prior to discharge?" B) "That new medication you prescribed for the client is ineffective." C) "I am worried about the client's blood pressure. It remains high even with the new medication." D) "Excuse me, Doctor, I think you need to do something about the client's blood pressure."
Process analysis is the best choice for research when the researcher would like to do which of the following?
A) Assess a clinical intervention B) Describe program implementation C) Identify a net impact D) Weigh a program's benefits against its monetary costs
A client is asked to participate in a research study. The client does not want to participate but does not want to seem unwilling to receive treatment for an illness. Which of the following should the nurse explain to this client?
1. Negative effects from research rarely occur. 2. It is an honor to be asked to participate in a research study. 3. Refusing to participate is the client's right. 4. The physician wants the client to participate.
The American Nurses Association legislative initiatives include issues of access, cost, and quality of care. What is an example of an access of care initiative?
A) Health coverage B) Mandatory overtime C) Medicare reform of prescription drugs D) Whistle-blowing protection for nurses