The LPN/LVN is preparing a client for surgery. The LPN/LVN has the following responsibility with the preoperative consent:
1. Witnessing the client's signature
2. Medicating the client prior to signing the form
3. Encouraging the client to read about the procedure so it is understood
4. Signing the consent for the client who is not clear about the procedure
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Rationale: The LPN/LVN may witness the client's signature.
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Warble variation is determined by a cranky librarian, who characterizes the birds, before and after treatment, as one of the following "Lots of Notes There!" "Fair Variety," and "Quite The Redundant Little Song." What considerations determine choice of a test for this research? (Select all that apply.) a. The sample size is small to moderate. b. There is one group of birds and all receive the treatment. c. A before-after type of design is used. d. The independent variable is nominal level. e. Birds are divided into two groups. f. The dependent variable is ordinal level. g. The dependent variable is ratio level.
The nurse is sensitive to the cultural beliefs of Native Americans; they practice rituals for the improvement of their health by creating harmony among __________. (Select all that apply.)
a. mind b. faith c. wellness d. spirit e. body
Which of the following statements concerning cultural competence is not accurate?
1. Local health care workers and community advocates can help extend health care to underserved populations. 2. Nursing care is delivered within the context of the patient's culture but not the nurse's. 3. Nurses must develop awareness of and sensitivity to various cultures. 4. A culture's economic, religious, and political structures affect practices regarding childbearing.
A client is prescribed intravenous antibiotics however a culture and sensitivity has been ordered. What should the nurse do prior to starting the intravenous antibiotics?
1. Assess vital signs. 2. Collect the ordered culture and sensitivity specimen. 3. Start intravenous antibiotics. 4. Obtain culture after two doses have been given.