In scoring a Likert scale, the values of negatively worded items typically must be reversed
A) True
B) False
A
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Nurses can help parents deal with the issue and fact of circumcision if they explain
a. The pros and cons of the procedure during the prenatal period b. That the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) recommends that all newborn males be routinely circumcised c. That circumcision is rarely painful and that any discomfort can be managed without medication d. That the infant will likely be alert and hungry shortly after the procedure
How many hours of sleep do most adults need each day?
(A) 3 to 4 (B) 5 to 6 (C) 7 to 8 (D) 9 to 10
A nurse is talking to a client about their medications. The client tells the nurse that one of the medications on the list is on a negative formulary list and asks what this means. What is the best response by the nurse?
1. This means the medication can only be dispensed using the trade name medication. 2. This means the medication can only be dispensed using the generic medication. 3. This means the medication cannot be dispensed until the order is verified with the physician a second time before dispensing the trade name medication. 4. This means the medication can be dispensed as either the generic or trade name medication.
An outpatient diagnosed with schizophrenia attends programming at a community mental health center. The patient says, "I threw away the pills because they keep me from hearing God." Which response by the nurse would most likely to benefit this patient?
a. "You need your medicine. Your schizophrenia will get worse without it." b. "Do you want to be hospitalized again? You must take your medication." c. "I would like you to come to the medication education group every Thursday." d. "I noticed that when you take the medicine, you have been able to hold a job you wanted."