Generally, a great deal of effort and ability goes into taking a mental health assessment. What should be done with that information?
a. The information must be used on the patient's behalf
b. The information should be used to further nursing research
c. The information could be used as case studies in textbooks
d. The information should be shared with family and friends of the patient in an open forum
A
This principle should be the one that guides what you do with any information gathered on any category of patient. The other answers are distracters used in an effort to plant firmly in the student's mind the fundamental purpose of doing any assessment.
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The emergency department (ED) has seen an increase in violent behavior over the past year. The manager has voiced concerns to the CNO (chief nurse officer) regarding the safety of the ED staff. What should be done to address this issue?
1. The manager should consult with local law enforcement. 2. The CNO should review and revise the management of violent incidents procedure policy. 3. The CNO should discuss the matter with local law enforcement. 4. The manager should discuss the matter with the ED staff.
A nurse is well aware of the high incidence and prevalence of chronic conditions among older adults. The nurse would recognize which of the following phenomena as currently contributing to this high rate of incidence? (Select all that apply.)
A) Longevity is increasing. B) Many previously fatal diseases are now treatable. C) Increasing numbers of older adults can afford medical care. D) Older adults have increased expectations for treatment. E) New chronic conditions are being identified by medical researchers.
A mother of a premature infant asks the nurse about the baby's need for supplemental iron. What is the nurse's best response?
1. "Since iron stores are developed during the third trimester of pregnancy, premature infants require supplemental iron." 2. "All infants require iron supplements." 3. "The small body size of the preterm infant calls for supplemental iron to promote growth." 4. "Preterm infants have decreased ability to synthesize iron."
Which physiological change(s) explain why the older adult is at greater surgical risk? (Select all that apply.)
a. Fewer physiologic reserves b. Greater probability of a chronic illness c. Greater vulnerability to fluid loss d. Less tolerance for pain e. Less psychological stamina