In which situation does the nurse need to be aware of the potential for selection bias?
a. Determining the population to be studied
b. Considering how the participants will enter the study
c. Studying cause and effect relationships
d. Documenting results of the study
ANS: B
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a. after 20 weeks c. the first month b. labor and delivery d. the first 20 weeks
A nurse should plan further evaluation of an HIV-positive client when the client exhibits which early manifestation of toxoplasmosis infection?
a. Cardiac dysrhythmias b. Discoloration of the mucous membranes c. Headache d. Lymphadenopathy
Infant respiratory rhythm is often irregular with brief periods of apnea. Further evaluation of the infant's respiratory status is indicated if:
A) The apnea lasts for 5 seconds. B) The apnea exceeds 15 seconds. C) The infant is sleeping. D) The infant's color is pink.
Which instructions would be appropriate for the nurse to give to a client with acute conjunctivitis from Staphylococcus? (Select all that apply.)
1. You should wash your hands before cleansing the eye and giving eyedrops. 2. You can rub your eyes with a clean, soft cloth for itching. 3. You can soak your lids with warm saline to soften crusts and exudates. 4. You should not share towels, make-up, or contact lens with anyone else. 5. You may go back to sharing towels when the infection is gone.