The primary purpose of the World Health Organization is to
a. Coordinate surveillance at the global level.
b. Prevent outbreaks of disease.
c. Prevent the transmittal of communicable disease among nations of the world.
d. Provide humanitarian support in times of disaster.
ANS: A
The World Health Organization, comprised of 192 member countries, is uniquely positioned to coordinate surveillance and response at the global level.
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a. "What time do you take your insulin?" b. "How do you feel about taking insulin?' c. "Tell me about your support system." d. "How do you feel about having diabetes?"
One bed is available on the eating disorders unit. Which patient should be admitted? The patient whose assessment findings show the weight dropped from:
a. 150 to 102 pounds over a 4-month period. Vital signs: temperature, 96.1° F; pulse, 38 beats/min; blood pressure 64/42 mm Hg. b. 120 to 90 pounds over a 3-month period. Vital signs: temperature, 97.2° F; pulse, 50 beats/min; blood pressure 70/50 mm Hg. c. 110 to 70 pounds over a 4-month period. Vital signs: temperature 97.6° F; pulse, 60 beats/min; blood pressure 80/66 mm Hg. d. 90 to 78 pounds over a 5-month period. Vital signs: temperature, 98.6° F; pulse, 62 beats/min; blood pressure 74/48 mm Hg.
A nurse thoughtfully plans care that will be provided to the patients assigned to him or her. To provide culturally competent nursing care, the nurse will
1. Deliver appropriate care that is not discriminating to any race, sex, or ethnic group. 2. Become familiar with any facet of the patient's culture that may have an impact on his or her care. 3. Show respect for each individual for whom he or she provides care. 4. Openly discuss his or her thoughts and beliefs about the patient's culture.
What was the overall goal of e-nursing for Canada when integrating technology into Canadian nursing practice?
a. Improve nursing practice and outcomes for clients b. Access to technology c. Competency in technology d. Participation with nursing organizations