A dying client is experiencing constipation. What would be an appropriate nursing intervention for this client?
A) Administer psyllium
B) Tap water enema
C) Administer lactulose
D) Apricot juice
C
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Which of the following is a true statement about the theories of aging?
a. Research data support the disengagement theory, activity theory, and continuity theory. b. Everyone should be able to achieve the three tasks of Peck's model of integrity. c. The exercise of rights is not a task of aging in Kelly's model. d. A person may choose to avoid pursuing inner discovery in older age.
The recommended dosage of rifampin for children younger than 1 month of age is 5 mg/kg/dose given q12h for 2 days. Rifampin syrup is available in 10 mg/mL
The number of milliliters of the rifampin syrup for 2 days' dosage for a 3-week-old, 9.9-lb infant is _______________. a. 9 mL b. 4.5 mL c. 22.5 mL d. 45 mL
Nurses who do not conduct research need to understand the nursing research process for which of these reasons?
a. To identify potential subjects for clinical research studies b. To assist as accurate data collectors in clinical research studies c. To teach patients and their families about the usefulness of consenting to participate in research d. To be able to evaluate nursing research reports for relevance to their own clinical practice
The nurse has a performance appraisal appointment with the nurse manager today. What topics would the nurse be surprised to find discussed in this appraisal? Select all that apply
1. Salary 2. Systems that do not work 3. Change in position 4. Another nurse's work difficulties 5. The nurse's accomplishments