The nurse is planning to compare a client's progress with expected outcomes. The best source of data for this comparison would be:
a. chart audits.
b. procedure manuals.
c. staffing patterns.
d. credentials of staff.
ANS: A
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A) Sit in a chair for 10 minutes prior to ambulating. B) Encourage the patient to drink plenty of fluids to increase circulating blood volume. C) Stand upright for 2 to 3 minutes prior to ambulating. D) Sit upright on the side of the bed for 15 minutes prior to ambulating.
A nurse is caring for a patient who has had disopyramide (Norpace), ordered. Before administering disopyramide (Norpace) what is the nurse's priority action to maintain safety?
A) Offer the patient something to drink. B) Ask the patient if he or she needs to void. C) Raise all side rails. D) Place the call button within reach.
The nurse understands the primary use of danazol is to:
a. stimulate the release of FSH and LH for the treatment of premature onset of puberty. b. decrease the size of the prostate in clients with benign prostatic hypertrophy. c. treat endometriosis and relieve symptoms of fibrocystic breast disease. d. treat hypogonadism and impotence due to androgen deficiency.
Signs of ____________________ are redness, swelling, heat, and loss of function.
Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).