Containers for disposal of infectious waste must be color-coded with an emblem that is
A. white and blue.
B. yellow and green.
C. orange and black.
D. pink and black.
Answer: C
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What factors have contributed most significantly to this trend? A) The emergence of managed care and the large number of Americans who lack health insurance B) The nursing shortage and decreasing numbers of health care providers who are choosing surgical specialties C) Advances in anesthesia and in the technology surrounding surgical techniques D) Pressure from health care consumers to avoid hospital stays and the decreasing incidence of acute illnesses
The nurse is participating on a committee to address an ethical dilemma. The bioethical decision-making process will be used. In which order should the steps of this process be implemented?
1. Implement the action. 2. Evaluate the action taken. 3. Identify ethical theories and principles. 4. Gather relevant facts related to the issue. 5. Develop alternative actions and project outcomes.
Your client has a large surgical wound and complains of feeling self-conscious and apprehensive about appearance. Which of the following nursing diagnoses would be most appropriate?
1. Impaired tissue integrity 2. Body image disturbance 3. Hopelessness 4. Impaired skin integrity
When making an assessment of the client's learning needs, the nurse will focus on which elements?
1. Nurse's own knowledge. 2. Client's age. 3. Client's understanding of health problem. 4. Sensory acuity. 5. Learning style.