Which are appropriate considerations when the nurse is assessing the learning needs of a patient? (Select all that apply.)
a. Cultural background
b. Family history
c. Level of education
d. Readiness to learn
e. Health beliefs
ANS: A, C, D, E
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Which indicates leadership or management positions in an organization with legitimate authority? Select all that apply
1. Formal leaders 2. Informal leaders 3. Nurse managers 4. Staff nurse
Which of the following best describes how eligibility for Medicaid services is determined? (Select all that apply.)
a. Anyone over age 65 years who is eligible for Social Security benefits may apply for Medicaid. b. Baseline eligibility is established by the federal government, but states may be more lenient. c. Children in low-income families are eligible for free care. d. Eligibility depends on family size and total family income. e. Federal government establishes eligibility and gives funds to the states in reimbursement for this care. f. State government establishes guidelines for whether to participate and who will be covered.
Which of the following patients would you expect to be at risk for decreased activity? Choose all that apply
1) Older adult who walks at the mall for physical activity 2) Someone living in a skilled nursing facility 3) Healthy adult who works as a computer programmer 4) Obese child who enjoys video games
During auscultation of the breath sounds of an adult male client, the nurse hears crackling sounds over most of the chest. Which of the following would be the best action for the nurse to take next?
1. Document this as abnormal. 2. Wet the chest hair before auscultating the chest. 3. Place the diaphragm on top of the client's shirt. 4. Switch from the diaphragm to the bell.