In comparison to the European Union, the United States has a high infant mortality rate and a high low birth weight rate. One reason this may be occurring is
A) the amount of money spent on health care in the other countries.
B) the difference in documentation for statistical reporting.
C) cultural differences in the birthing experience.
D) failure of the United States to use maternal child home visits.
D
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A home health nurse assesses a client with diabetes who has a new cast on the arm. The nurse notes the client's fingers are pale, cool, and slightly swollen. Which action should the nurse take first?
a. Raise the arm above the level of the heart. b. Encourage range of motion. c. Apply heat to the affected hand. d. Bivalve the cast to decrease pressure.
The liver performs numerous functions that contribute to homeostasis, including the synthesis of bile. How is bile utilized in the processes of digestion and absorption?
A) Bile is produced in the liver in response to meals that are high in protein. B) Bile is stored in the gallbladder until it is needed for carbohydrate metabolism. C) Bile is produced in the liver but released by the gallbladder when needed for digesting fats. D) Bile production increases when an individual's fat intake is reduced over several days.
A new mother is concerned her newborn is not gaining enough weight. To encourage proper weight gain, the mother should be instructed to:
1. Dilute formula with water. 2. Offer 6–8 formula feedings every 24 hours. 3. Offer formula every 6–8 hours. 4. Add honey to the formula to increase the caloric intake.
The nurse at the unit desk answers the telephone and is asked for permission to speak to a specific client. The nurse responds, "The client is busy in a meeting, and I don't see your name on the client's telephone list."
The nurse can best be described as: A) Breaking the client's right to confidentiality. B) Showing disrespect to the caller. C) Pursuing informed consent. D) Following orders.