Which should the nurse consider in terms of dominant language and dialect when preparing to assess a patient from a different culture?
1) Usual volume and tone of speech
2) Ability to share thoughts and feelings
3) Usual amount of eye contact
4) Acceptable means of standing and greeting outsiders
ANS: 1
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A. Difficulty separating the foreskin from the penis B. Curvature of the penis when erect C. Inability of the penis to attain erection D. Inability of detumescence of the penis
Concerning umbilical cord care, nurses should be aware that:
1. the stump can easily become infected. 2. a nurse noting bleeding from the vessels of the cord should immediately call for assistance. 3. the cord clamp is removed at cord separation. 4. the average cord separation time is 5 to 7 days.
Which action can the nurse take to evaluate an internet resource?
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