The nurse is concerned that a potentially dangerous practice is being used on the unit that could result in harming a client. The nurse realizes that she must proceed carefully to avoid placing herself in danger
Which strategy should the nurse take to protect herself as she decides to move forward?
A) Document what she sees and include what she feels is happening
B) Question the involved individual in private
C) Be sure to film the infraction for evidence
D) Always remain calm without losing her temper
D
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A mother asks the nurse for advice on what kind of books would best keep the attention of her preschooler. Which of the following descriptions by the nurse would be the best advice?
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A client on a medical-surgical unit experiences a code blue situation unexpectedly. The emergency situation has ended and the client survived
The nurses are breaking for lunch and plan to process their feelings about the emergency. Which action by the nurses will facilitate this? A) Discussing the event outside the hospital. B) Asking management for the use of a private room to debrief. C) Talking while riding in the staff elevator. D) Debriefing about the situation at home.