A toddler is brought to the well-child community clinic by her grandmother. The health history reveals recurrent nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea
Her physical exam reveals a negligible gain in height and weight, lethargy, and a delay in achieving milestones. As a result of the child's delays, multiple disciplines would likely be involved in caring for the child. Which of the following represents the most effective role the nurse would play in caring for the child?
a. Coordinator
b. Teacher
c. Counselor
d. Advocate
ANS: A
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a. a stomach ulcer. b. digestive problems. c. pernicious anemia. d. malabsorption.
The manager may be greatly or minimally involved with recruiting, interviewing, and selecting personnel. What factors are important to consider in this process?
1 . Size of the institution 2 . Existence of a separate personnel department 3 . Presence of a nurse recruiter within the organization 4 . Use of decentralized nursing management system only A) 1, 3, 4 B) 1, 2, 3 C) 1, 2, 4 D) 2, 3, 4
The Juarez family includes Maria, age 76, Juan, age 72, and three adult children. Maria has been managing a diagnosis of heart failure for approximately 10 years
Documentation suggests the family has had a great deal of stress with recent hospitalizations and caregiving in their home. The adult children voice their concerns about Maria's decision to complete an advanced directive. Which of the following demonstrate an insufficient understanding of family-focused nursing care and communication? 1. A nurse should make a statement such as, "Your family has had a great deal of distress lately; why don't you just let Maria make her own decisions." 2. A nurse's questioning techniques may help identify the family's beliefs and understandings about advanced directives. 3. A nurse should make a statement such as, "Your family has done a good job of caring for each other during this lengthy illness." 4. A nurse should attempt to clarify misunderstandings and share accurate information about the health status of the patient.
Hepatitis is an inflammation of which organ?
A) intestine B) gallbladder C) liver D) none of the above