A resident had a stroke. The person cries easily, sometimes for no reason. Which is correct?
a. The person suffers from depression.
b. Changing emotions are common effects of stroke.
c. The person is anxious.
d. The person might benefit from a hospice program.
B
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The physician orders potassium chloride 1.25 mEq for a pediatric client. The solution contains 45 mEq/15 mL. How many mL would you administer?
1. 3.75 mL 2. 0.42 mL 3. 0.38 mL 4. 0.41 mL
Which of these patient scenarios is most indicative of critical thinking?
a. Administering pain relief medication according to what was given last shift b. Asking a patient what pain relief methods, pharmacological and nonpharmacological, have worked in the past c. Offering pain relief medication based on physician orders d. Explaining to the patient that his reports of severe pain are not consistent with the minor procedure that was performed
One nurse confronts another and says, "You are always so talkative in the meetings. I don't know why you can't stay quiet sometimes." Which response by the other nurse reflects the technique of "inquiring assertively?"
A) "You're right. I do speak up a lot." B) "Sounds to me like you're agitated and we need to talk. What are you truly angry about?" C) "Are you offended that I speak up, or because my thoughts are in opposition to yours?" D) "I have the right to express my opinion."
A newborn has pallor and a pulse rate of 120 beats/min, grimaces, and has active motion and a slow and irregular respiratory effort. What would be the Apgar score for this infant?
A) 5 B) 6 C) 9 D) 8