When collecting data from study subjects, a set of three questions that ask the subjects to rate how often they experience pain in different situations is an example of:
A) a scale
B) an item
C) a questionnaire
D) an instrument
A
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A client is diagnosed with a fibrocystic breast condition while in the hospital and is experiencing breast discomfort. What comfort measure would the nurse delegate to the unlicensed assistive personnel (UAP)?
a. Aid in the draining of the cysts by needle aspiration. b. Teach the client to wear a supportive bra to bed. c. Administer diuretics to decrease breast swelling. d. Obtain a cold pack to temporarily relieve the pain.
Which nursing intervention(s) should be implemented for a patient who is actively suicidal? Select all that apply
a. Maintain arm's-length, one-on-one direct observation at all times. b. Order finger foods and "no silver or glass" with meals. c. Check all items brought by visitors, and remove risk items. d. Check on and interact with the patient every 15 minutes. e. Place the patient in the living room where others are present. f. Remove the patient's eyeglasses so she cannot cut herself.
How does fear differ from anxiety?
a. Fear is a useless emotion. b. Fear is an ineffective coping strategy. c. Fear is an irrational feeling. d. Fear is a response to a specific threat.
Two days ago, a woman gave birth to a full-term infant. Last night, she awakened several times to urinate and noted that her gown and bedding were wet from profuse diaphoresis
One mechanism for the diaphoresis and diuresis that this woman is experiencing during the early postpartum period is a. Elevated temperature caused by postpartum infection b. Increased basal metabolic rate after giving birth c. Loss of increased blood volume associated with pregnancy d. Increased venous pressure in the lower extremities