The patient's plan of care is developed primarily by the patient
True
False
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When articulating the business case for evidence-based practice to governing boards, key messages to share with board members include (select all that apply):
a. reporting of patient safety events. b. reporting of anticipated outcomes. c. reporting only projects that have cost sav-ings. d. functional responsibility of committees within the organizational and nursing in-frastructure. e. reporting the linkages between evi-dence-based practice and the organiza-tion's mission, values, and strategic plan.
A patient in the anger stage of illness has become argumentative and demanding. The nursing staff is becoming frustrated with the behaviors. What actions by the nurse are indicated?
1. The nurse should accept the behaviors and attempt to open the lines of communication. 2. Rotate the nursing assignments frequently to limit each nurse's exposure to the behaviors. 3. Confront the patient about his demeanor. 4. Consolidate care so the nurse is in the room for shorter periods.
The nurse completes parent education related to treatment for a pediatric client with congenital clubfoot. Which statement by the parents indicates the need for further education?
1. "We're happy this is the only cast our baby will need." 2. "We'll watch for any swelling of the feet while the casts are on." 3. "We'll keep the casts dry." 4. "We're getting a special car seat to accommodate the casts."
The nursing assistant must report to his/her supervisor signs of depression that may include:
A) withdrawal or isolation. B) constant fatigue and loss of appetite. C) excessive irritability. D) all of the above