The nurse manager sets a goal to establish a new safety culture on a hospital unit. The nurse manager recognizes that basic components in establishing a new safety culture include
a. support of effective health care teamwork.
b. encouragement of individualism.
c. discouragement of new concepts.
d. promotion of a hierarchical system.
ANS: A
A major international effort is underway to prioritize safety goals by improving communication about clients among his or her various providers. The aim is to reduce client mortality, decrease medical errors, and promote effective health care teamwork.
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A. "Right when the speculum is being inserted in your vagina, you should hold your breath." B. "As the speculum is being inserted, clench your fists as tightly as possible." C. "It will help if you begin to do isometric exercises with your hands so you won't think about the speculum being inserted in your vagina." D. "You need to bear down as the speculum is being inserted because it will help you relax."
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Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).
The nurse is caring for a 17-year-old client with a chronic condition who will be transitioning into adulthood. When planning care for this client, which should the nurse consider? Select all that apply
1. Ability to work 2. Ability to live independently 3. Psychosocial needs 4. Parental needs 5. Sibling needs