A unit is having a staff meeting to discuss a recent incident that occurred involving a family member, a client, and two of the nurses. One nurse sustained injuries. Another nurse was held by the client as a shield
Other staff members witnessed the escalation of this situation. What is important for the entire staff to remember concerning this incident?
A) Workplace violence occurs primarily in acute care settings.
B) Most persons view workplace violence in the same way.
C) Each person's experience with violence is unique.
D) Categorizing the types of violence experienced is difficult.
C
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The nurse notices the presence of periorbital edema when performing an eye assessment on a 70-year-old patient. The nurse should:
a. Check for the presence of exophthalmos. b. Suspect that the patient has hyperthyroidism. c. Ask the patient if he or she has a history of heart failure. d. Assess for blepharitis, which is often associated with periorbital edema.
When communicating with a group of clients, which of the following would the nurse identify as a barrier to the communication process?
A) Sharing complete and accurate information with the recipient B) The clients' use of medical terminology in conversations C) Taking individual differences into account during communication D) Selective perception on the part of the nurse or client
The nurse is using a curved hard plastic tube to suction the client's oral cavity. Which term does the nurse use when referring to this piece of equipment?
1. Whistle-tipped catheter 2. Yankauer suction tube 3. Open-tipped catheter 4. Closed suctioning system
It is predicted that by 2080, Caucasians will be a minority in the United States. Which statement best illustrates the correct assumption of the nurse in regard to minority groups in the United States today?
A) Minority groups are decreasing in number due to the melting pot society. B) Caucasian/White is in the majority so not considered a minority group. C) Minority groups are classified according to the number of members in the group. D) Society views minority groups as having less influence and power.