During an in-service presentation, the presenter stresses the importance of accurate and thorough documentation for which reason?
A) Guarantee a continual assessment process.
B) Identify abnormal data.
C) Assure valid conclusions from analyzed data.
D) Allow for drawing inferences and identifying problems.
C
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A. Assess the client's peripheral pulses. B. Decrease the IV flow rate. C. Notify the physician. D. Document the finding.
An African-American caregiver says, "Both of my parents have dementi
a. I find it so difficult to care for them because of their disabilities. I get depressed and hopeless thinking about it. Can you give me any suggestions for coping?" Before making suggestions, the nurse should assess: a. the parents' stage of dementia. b. the caregiver's religious ideology. c. whether or not the parents' medications are helping. d. if financial resources are sufficient to provide a health care aide.
Convert 3,200 g to an equivalent amount in kilograms
1. 3.2 kg 2. 32 kg 3. 0.0032 kg 4. 0.032 kg
While the nurse is attempting to transfer a patient to a standing position, the patient cannot get off the bed. Which is the initial intervention for the nurse to implement?
a. Return the patient to a safe position on the bed. b. Put a second transfer belt on the patient. c. Get additional personnel to help with the transfer. d. Assess the patient for unknown weakness.