A child tells the nurse their throat is sore. Which assessment finding should the nurse anticipate to be associated with the child's statement?

A. Decreased food intake.
B. Headache.
C. Stomachache.
D. Dehydration.


Answer: A

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Which of the following would not be considered one of the five rights of delegation?

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The nurse plans care for a patient with impaired swallowing. Which outcome would be appropriate for the nurse to include in the patient's plan of care?

a. The patient holds food in the pockets of the mouth. b. The nurse observes no movement of the larynx during swallowing. c. The patient maintains a stabilized weight for 3 consecutive days. d. The patient swallows four times after each mouthful.

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The United States Public Health Service (USPHS) and the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services have many responsibilities

The student nurse is preparing a report about these agencies and would be correct in reporting that The United States Public Health Service is the forerunner of which agency? A) Department of Health and Human Services B) Central for Disease Control and Prevention C) Food and Drug Administration D) National Institute of Health

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