An RN is assigned to a step-down coronary care unit with 20 clients in various stages of recovery. What is the primary consideration in assigning the units staff that includes two RNs, two LPNs (LVNs), and one CNA?
a. Distance of client rooms from the nurses' station
b. Skill level of each staff member
c. Staff preferences for specific clients
d. Developmental needs of clients
B
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A child with asthma was admitted to the hospital during an attack. The mother says, "This is all my fault, if only I hadn't smoked when I was pregnant." Which response would be helpful to the mother?
1. Tell her not to worry because her smoking did not cause the child's asthma. 2. Explain that asthma involves a host of biological factors, of which heredity plays a large role. 3. Tell the mother that she should feel guilty, and find out if she's still smoking. 4. Ask why she believes that she caused the child's admission.
What action might be taken on a nurse who commits an infraction of the Nurse Practice Act?
a. The nurse is subject to discipline by a court of law. b. The nurse is subject to discipline by the state board of nursing. c. The nurse is subject to discipline by the local chapter of the state nurses associa-tion. d. The nurse is subject to discipline by the National League for Nursing.
A patient with gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) is to begin taking oral metoclopramide (Reglan). The patient asks the nurse about the medication. Which response by the nurse is correct?
a. "After 3 months, if the drug is not effective, you may need to increase the dose." b. "Metoclopramide may cause hiccups, especially after meals." c. "Serious side effects may occur but will stop when the drug is discontinued." d. "You should take the drug 30 minutes before each meal and at bedtime."
1.35 à· 60 = _____
a. 0.035 b. 0.0225 c. 0.225 d. 2.25