Describe the four major components required to establish that a case of negligence has occurred. Describe how each relates to the surgical technologist in the scrub role.

A researcher records the weight of subjects in a study as: (1) normal for height. (2) overweight for height. (3) underweight for height. A nominal level of measurement is used. Which of the following levels of measurement could also be used?

a. Categorical b. Interval c. Ordinal d. Ratio

To teach a pregnant woman effleurage, which of the following would you include?

A) Lightly tracing a pattern on her abdomen with her fingertips. B) Massaging the uterine fundus at the peak of each contraction. C) Holding her breath and pushing with contractions. D) Exhaling into a paper bag to prevent dizziness.

The nurse is caring for a critically ill client who has diabetic ketoacidosis (DKA)

The nurse finds the following assessment data: blood pressure, 90/62; pulse, 120 beats/min; respirations, 28 breaths/min; urine output, 20 mL/1 hour per catheter; serum potassium, 2.6 mEq/L. The health care provider orders a 40 mEq potassium bolus and an increase in the IV flow rate. Which action by the nurse is most appropriate? a. Give the potassium after increasing the IV flow rate. b. Increase the IV rate; consult the provider about the potassium. c. Increase the IV rate; hold the potassium for now. d. Infuse the potassium first before increas-ing the IV flow rate.

The nurse is told that a client with measles is being admitted. Which action by the nurse is best?

a. Implement Contact Precautions. b. Check negative airflow monitors. c. Ensure that hand sanitizer is readily available. d. Place the client in a room with another measles client.