Which of the following statements relating to estrogen-progesterone oral contraceptives is INCORRECT?
A. Oral contraceptives prevent ovulation.
B. They may predispose to a tubal pregnancy.
C. They may increase the risk of thromboembolic complications.
D. They usually prevent or reduce dysmenorrhea in patients with painful menses.
B
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According to Center for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) recommendations, what is the role of the nurse in preparing for the possibility of bioterrorism?
A) Post updated information on signs and symptoms of infections caused by biological agents B) Provide guidelines for treating patients exposed to, or potentially exposed to, biological agents C) Remain current on recognition and treatment of infections caused by biological weapons D) Advocate for increased funding for research involving bioterrorism and patient treatment
Why is privacy important during rehabilitation?
a. It protects the person's dignity and pro-motes self-respect. b. It is required by OBRA. c. It is a matter of personal choice. d. It prevents abuse and mistreatment.
A nurse is caring for a patient in the hospital. When should the nurse begin discharge planning?
a. When the patient is ready b. Close to the time of discharge c. Upon admission to the hospital d. After an order is written/prescribed
A patient in shock has been sedated using a propofol (Diprivan) drip. How will the nurse assess this patient's mental status?
1. Temporarily discontinue the drip and assess mental status within a few minutes. 2. Temporarily discontinue the drug and plan to assess mental status in an hour. 3. Use "train of four" testing while the medication is still infusing. 4. This assessment will have to wait until the sedating drug is no longer needed.