Why is it important for a single occurrence report to be compared to similar reports on a given
unit?
A) To follow guidelines as established by the American Hospital Association
B) To establish greater understanding of the overall care provided by the health care agency
C) To punish nurses who do not follow guidelines established in the health care agency's policy
and procedure manual
D) To detect evolving trends that may suggest unsafe health care practices
D
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The probability of compartment syndrome in a patient with a side arm cast and traction is considered when the nurse assesses: (Select all that apply.)
a. warm, rosy fingers. b. complaint of pain in hand and fingers. c. edema of fingers. d. weak radial pulse. e. tingling and numbness.
Which options reflect the foundational goals of the Healthy People initiative? Select all that apply
1. Self-management of health 2. Consumer education 3. Increasing Medicare reimbursement 4. Advocacy 5. Decreasing cost of prescription medications
The nurse is applying a warm moist compress to the client's right calf. Prior to putting the compress in place, which action by the nurse is the most appropriate?
1. Turn the client onto the left side. 2. Position the client appropriately. 3. Turn the client onto the right side. 4. Elevate the head of the bed.
Immunosuppressant drugs are given after organ transplantation. For which of the following disorders will immunosuppressant agents also be prescribed?
A) Seizure disorders B) Increased intracranial pressure C) Autoimmune disorders D) HIV/AIDS