The psychosocial theory that focuses on the relationship between consistent activity, coping ability, and life satisfaction is the
a. Activity theory
b. Continuity theory
c. Disengagement theory
d. Humanistic theory
ANS: B
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Which of the following best describes the strengths of the American health care system? (Select all that apply.)
a. Offering the availability and use of technological advances in equipment and procedures b. Having the ability to overcome concerns regarding access and rationing c. Providing the highest quality of life among any industrialized nation d. Having the lowest maternal and infant mortality rate among industrialized nations e. Leading the world in laboratory and clinical research f. Creating the best patient care outcomes
The nurse assesses a patient's suprapubic catheter. Which observation warrants further investigation by the nurse?
a. The catheter does not drain urine conti-nuously. b. The catheter remains in the stoma at all times. c. The patient's urine is dark yellow and without odor. d. The patient urinates a small volume from the urethra.
The nurse is discussing epidural analgesia with the nursing student. Which of statement by the nursing student indicates a need for additional education?
A) "Epidural analgesia is always administered in a continuous infusion to prevent or treat pain." B) "The client may be able to control the epidural analgesia infusion." C) "The epidural analgesia may be used in the laboring client." D) "The epidural is always discontinued after delivery of the newborn."
The nurse is providing patient care within the American Nurses Association Standards of Professional Performance. Which activity is the nurse implementing?
A. Integrating research findings into practice B. Analyzing assessment data to determine issues C. Evaluating patient progress toward identified outcomes D. Implementing a patient's plan of care