What is the most effective means for developing nursing intelligence?
A) Comparing care experiences with other nurses
B) Applying scientific knowledge to patient care
C) Reflecting on successful and not-so-successful care experiences
D) Using problem-solving techniques in providing care
C
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A nurse is collecting data during the assessment of a patient. During the assessment, the nurse collects both subjective and objective data. Which information should the nurse consider as subjective data?
a. Heart rate of 96 b. Incisional erythema c. Emesis of 150 mL d. Sharp, burning pain
A soldier in a combat zone tells the nurse, "I saw a child get blown up over a year ago, but I keep seeing bits of flesh everywhere
I see something red and the visions race back to my mind." The soldier is describing which phenomenon associated with PTSD? a. Reexperiencing b. Hyperarousal c. Avoidance d. Psychosis
The nurse prepares to administer medication in 100 ml of normal saline solution. Which does the nurse implement to mix the medication?
1. Insert the medication into the port for IV tubing. 2. Inject medication through cleansed injection port. 3. Label medication bag using a felt-tip marker. 4. Mix medication for 10 seconds by shaking IV bag.
Which teaching strategy is best to utilize with older adult patients?
a. Provide several topics of discussion at once to promote independence and making choices. b. Avoid uncomfortable silences after questions by helping patients complete their statements. c. Ask patients to recall past experiences that correspond with their interests. d. Speak in a high pitch to help patients hear better.