A hospital was named in a lawsuit after a client had to undergo a second surgical procedure because an arthroscopy was performed on the wrong knee during surgery. The hospital settled out of court with the client for damages
This is an example of which principle of management? A)
Authority
B)
Accountability
C)
Responsibility
D)
Coordination
B
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A 20-year-old female patient has been diagnosed with multiple sclerosis. What drug will most likely be prescribed?
A) Baclofen (Lioresal) B) Cyclobenzaprine (Flexeril) C) Metaxalone (Skelaxin) D) Orphenadrine (Banflex)
The nurse is caring for a client from a different cultural background. The client has difficulty expressing beliefs about the treatment plan to the physician. Which nursing action would be most appropriate for this client?
A) The nurse should encourage the client to speak up when the physician is present. B) The nurse should act as the advocate to bridge the gap between the client and the physician. C) The nurse should encourage the client to accept the plan of care as ordered. D) The nurse should encourage the client to discuss concerns with a spouse so the spouse can tell the physician.
Of the following countries, which is referred to as a lesser-developed country?
a. France b. Japan c. Indonesia d. Sweden
The nurse positions a male client for a lumbar puncture by placing him in the side-lying position with his knees flexed and pulled toward his trunk. What action should the nurse implement next?
A. Call another nurse to assist the healthcare provider B. Provide a small pillow for the client to curl around C. Instruct the client to perform a Valsalva maneuver D. Support the client's head bent forward to the chest