A nurse who oversees care in a long-term care facility is aware that a high percentage of residents have osteoporosis, and that residents who do not have the disease must be assessed and monitored closely for this health problem
Which of the following older adults most clearly exemplifies the risk factors for osteoporosis?
A) A Caucasian woman who has low body mass index
B) An African American woman who is slightly obese
C) An Asian man whose mobility is limited to a wheelchair
D) A Caucasian man who has led a sedentary lifestyle
A
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A patient presenting with tachycardia, hyperreflexia, weight loss, and diaphoresis most likely has
A) hypoparathyroidism. B) a deficiency of mineralocorticoids. C) pancreatic disease. D) hyperthyroidism.
The nurse is caring for an unconscious client. For which reason should the nurse prevent the aspiration of fluid into the client's lungs?
1. The laryngeal and cough reflexes do not function if the client is unconscious. 2. The client who is unconscious does not breathe. 3. The cough reflex is diminished when the client is unconscious. 4. The sinuses drain when the client is unconscious.
When antibacterials are prescribed for the treatment of an infection and a culture is ordered, what should happen next?
a. The initial dose of the antibiotic should be given before the culture is taken. b. The culture should be taken before the initial dose of the antibiotic is given. c. The culture should be taken any time after the antibiotic therapy begins. d. The culture may be taken at any time before or during antibiotic therapy.
Which of the following is the best description of formal negotiation?
A. An RN explains to the unit manager why a raise is deserved. B. A unit manager justifies a request for more equipment to the chief nursing officer. C. A charge RN makes assignments for the staff. D. A group of RNs work together for collective bargaining.