A nurse educator explains to student nurses that according to Selye, the general adaptation syndrome (GAS) is
1. An explanation of how the body's response to stress prevents death.
2. Validated by how many people are struggling with terminal illnesses, such as cancer.
3. A theory explaining the body's attempt to adjust to stress.
4. What prevents the threat to health when there is long-term stress.
ANS: 3
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1. Certification starting IVs 2. Master's degree in practical nursing 3. Taking courses in sociology 4. Associate degree in nursing
The pharmacology instructor is discussing antimicrobials with the nursing class. What would the instructor tell the students about the mechanism of action of antimicrobials? (Select all that apply)
A) Preventing cell division B) Causing cell death C) Inhibiting cell wall synthesis D) Causing leakage of cell wall allowing fluid to leak in E) Inhibiting synthesis of ribonucleic acid (RNA)
Which of the following is not a purpose of a research literature review for a practicing nurse?
A) To identify nursing interventions that have potential for use in evidenced-based practice. B) To identify a suitable research design C) To acquire knowledge about a relevant clinical topic D) To facilitate the development of research-based protocols
Licensure as a registered nurse (RN) in the United States is a credential that is a(n):
1. proof in writing of qualifications. 2. formal mandatory process whereby the state grants a person the right to provide professional nursing services. 3. formal mandatory process whereby a nongovernment agency grants a person the right to provide professional nursing services. 4. achievement that validates a high level of competency through successful scoring on the NCLEX–RN.