What is the general delegation liability of the RN?
A) Is minimal because subordinates alone are held accountable for practicing within the accepted scope of practice for their job classification
B) Is great because the RN is automatically held liable for the actions of all of his or her subordinates
C) Is reduced when the RN appropriately assesses what can be delegated and to whom, and supervises the completion of the delegated task
D) Can be avoided entirely by working only with other licensed personnel
C
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The nurse is performing the diagnostic positions test. Normal findings would be which of these results?
a. Convergence of the eyes b. Parallel movement of both eyes c. Nystagmus in extreme superior gaze d. Slight amount of lid lag when moving the eyes from a superior to an inferior position
How should a nurse respond when a patient asks if he or she is going to die?
a. Avoid the question by leaving the room. b. Defer the question to the physician. c. Answer honestly and sensitively with information that is understandable and in simple terms. d. Speak with the family first before answering the patient.
Signs of an Addisonian crisis would include all of the following except:
1. Sudden pain in the upper extremities. 2. Severe vomiting and diarrhea. 3. Dehydration. 4. High blood pressure.
The optimum goal of effective communication within the family, according to the nurse observ-ing the family members and their interaction, is:
1. Problem solving and psychological support 2. Role development of individual members 3. Socialization among individual members 4. Better financial conditions for the family