The use of the conventional 12-hour time system eliminates the potential for errors in medication
administration.
Indicate whether the statement is true or false
FALSE
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As a nurse, you must understand the difference between research utilization and evidence-based nursing practice. Which of the following best defines evidence-based practice?
A) Begins with research itself, clinical expertise, and patient preference B) Uses new evidence and translates research findings into real-world applications C) Uses findings from disciplined research in practical application unrelated to original research D) Integrates best research evidence, with clinical expertise, patient preference, and a particular clinical situation
Identify which of the following older clients receiving nutrition through a feeding tube is at the highest risk for dehydration
A) receiving 50 ml free water at 4-hour intervals B) receiving feeding with a formula that contains 1.5 calories per milliliter C) receiving feedings by bolus method D) with a jejunostomy tube
Using a whiteboard to organize nursing assignments per shift or to provide patients information about their practitioner or diagnosis is a violation of which of the following?
a. Civil law c. HIPAA b. Tort law d. OSHA
Since the initiation of an antipsychotic drug, a patient complains of light-headedness and dizziness upon standing. Select the most appropriate comment the nurse can offer the patient
a. "This is an unfortunate and permanent effect of this class of drugs." b. "Get up slowly. Tolerance to this effect should develop in 2 to 3 months." c. "The drug must be discontinued immediately to avoid injury." d. "We need to increase your fluid intake, which should fix the problem."