Linda believes she should begin demonstrating leadership skills on her unit. She speaks with her nurse manager about how to do this
The nurse manager, who wants to encourage Linda's leadership development, responds by saying:
A. "Just watch me closelyâ€"it will come to you eventually."
B. "Develop perseveranceâ€"just hang in there and do your work well. Someone higher than me will notice you."
C. "It takes a lot of energy to be a leader. You might want to sign up at the local gym."
D. "Understand yourself firstâ€"what leadership skills do you want to develop?"
ANS: D
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A) "A biopsy is routinely ordered for all patients with renal disorders." B) "A biopsy is generally ordered following abnormal X-ray findings of the renal pelvis." C) "A biopsy is often ordered for patients before they have a kidney transplant." D) "A biopsy is sometimes necessary for diagnosing and evaluating the extent of kidney disease."
Which of the following statements about the value of nurse-family meetings in the acute care setting is inaccurate?
1. Regular nurse-family meetings usually increase conflict between staff and family. 2. Regular family meetings help to improve care processes in the hospital. 3. Regular nurse-family meetings may enhance family decision-making. 4. Regular nurse-family meetings allow acknowledgement of family suffering.
When attempting to communicate with a patient who speaks a different language, a nurse should:
1. respond promptly and positively to project authority. 2. never use a family member as an interpreter. 3. talk to the interpreter to avoid confusing the patient. 4. provide as much privacy as possible.
Performing hair care gives a nurse a chance to assess a patient's scalp for which of the following? Select all that apply
1. Sordes 2. Tinea capitis 3. Seborrhea 4. Nits 5. Leukoplakia