What type of authority regulates the practice of nursing?
a. International standards and codes
b. Federal guidelines and regulations
c. State nurse practice acts
d. Institutional policies
Ans: c. State nurse practice acts
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a. "Hysterectomies are the most common surgical procedure done on women; you'll be fine." b. "Tell your doctor to remove your ovaries as well so you will never have to worry about ovarian cancer." c. "There are other alternatives. Why don't you seek a second opinion just to be sure a hysterectomy is best for you?" d. "Uterine fibroids are very common so don't feel badly; you've already had your children, so there's no reason to keep your uterus."
You are examining a patient for venous insufficiency. You are most likely to find which of the following? Select all that apply
a. Severe pain d. Edema b. Warm skin e. Hair loss on extremity c. Normal nails f. Diminished or absent pulses
A preceptor is orienting a new graduate nurse to the critical care unit (CCU). She and other nurses exhibit caring, respectful behaviors toward all families and clients and toward each other. Peers do not tolerate negative attitudes
The CCU nurses also question physician orders when necessary and provide ongoing teaching to clients and families. This scenario depicts the impor-tance of the group's: a. attitudes. b. behaviors. c. culture. d. feelings.
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Fill in the blank with the appropriate word.