Which of the following best describes the reason for the Schilling test posing a problem in older adults?
A) Older adults cannot be subjected to radioactive substances.
B) Older adults are prone to cognitive problems or urinary incontinence.
C) Older adults pose a risk of adverse reactions from nonradioactive B12.
D) Older adults have a decreased resistance to infection.
B
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A) Improving the patient's level of function B) Helping the patient come to terms with limitations C) Administering medications safely D) Improving the patient's adherence to treatment
Nursing outcome databases are critical because nurses must be able to:
a. assess the differences between an asso-ciate degree in nursing and a bachelor's of science degree in nursing. b. compare interventional care strategies between physicians. c. evaluate nurse's aide– and licensed prac-tical/vocational nurse–sensitive outcomes. d. measure how nurses influence patient outcomes.
A saline wet smear (vaginal secretions mixed with normal saline on a glass slide) is the test for:
1. bacterial vaginosis. 2. candidiasis. 3. yeast infection. 4. trichomoniasis.
The patient is coughing up white mucus after having been intubated for surgery. What action would be most appropriate for the nurse to maintain a patent airway?
a. Administer supplemental oxygen. b. Place the patient in a supine position. c. Perform oropharyngeal suctioning. d. Prepare for endotracheal intubation.