It is important for you as a nursing assistant to know what normal observations are so that you
A. know when the patient's behavior is normal.
B. have the information needed to perform direct care.
C. can recognize whatever is not normal and report it.
D. can perform good assessments.
Answer: C
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1. Remain up to date on all immunizations. 2. Read about the response to the 9/11/2001 terrorist attacks. 3. Discuss the best means of responding with co-workers. 4. Review the facility policy and protocols for disaster responses.
A patient's health history is suggestive of inflammatory bowel disease. Which of the following would suggest Crohn's disease, rather that ulcerative colitis, as the cause of the patient's signs and symptoms?
A) A pattern of distinct exacerbations and remissions B) Severe diarrhea C) An absence of blood in stool D) Involvement of the rectal mucosa
The nurse administering an IV piggyback medication to a preschool child should
a. Use a "Smart" pump if available. b. Flush the IV tubing before and after the infusion with normal saline solution. c. Inject the medication into the IV catheter using the port closest to the child. d. Inject the medication into the IV tubing in the direction away from the child.
Issues that need to be considered when using the Andragogic model include:
a. letting learners know why something is important b. showing learners how to direct themselves through information c. relating the topic to learners' experiences d. knowing that people will not learn until they are ready e. all of the above