Risk factors for the development of diverticulosis have been found to include
A) increased intake of milk products.
B) frequent use of laxatives.
C) infection with H. pylori.
D) a diet low in fiber.
D
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The most critical element of effective early end-of-life decision making is:
a. control of distressing symptoms such as nausea, anxiety, and pain. b. effective communication between the patient, family, and healthcare team throughout the course of the illness. c. organizational support of palliative care principles. d. relocation the dying patient from the critical care unit to a lower level of care.
The client is receiving sodium bicarbonate intravenously (IV) for correction of acidosis secondary to diabetic coma. The nurse assesses cyanosis, slow respirations, and irregular pulse. What is the nurse's priority action?
1. Continue the infusion; the client is still in acidosis. 2. Increase the rate of the infusion and continue to assess the client for symptoms of acidosis. 3. Stop the infusion and notify the physician; the client is in alkalosis. 4. Decrease the rate of the infusion and continue to assess the client for symptoms of alkalosis.
Which findings would indicate to the nurse executive that a dissonant culture exists in the healthcare agency? Select all that apply
1. Nurses frequently voice complaints to the administration about healthcare deficiencies when they emerge. 2. The facility has a high turnover rate among its registered nursing staff. 3. The organization focuses more on patient issues than on financial viability. 4. There is a means for providing care for those patients who lack health insurance coverage. 5. The education budget for the division of nursing has been cut by half.
The route in which to give a drug is determined by which pharmacokinetic action?
A. Absorption B. Distribution C. Metabolism D. Elimination