The stethoscope diminishes sounds and external noises.
Answer the following statement true (T) or false (F)
False
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The term concordance is sometimes preferred over compliance or noncompliance when speaking of a patient following a prescribed plan of care for which reason?
a. It is judgmental. b. It is nonjudgmental. c. It is caring. d. It is uncaring.
The nurse is discussing urinary tract infections (UTIs) in children with a group of peers. Which statement is the most accurate regarding UTI in children?
A) UTIs are rarely seen after toilet training B) The most common age for UTIs in children is 2 to 6 years of age C) Males between the ages of 10 and 12 years of age commonly get UTIs D) Girls who have gone through puberty most commonly get UTIs
The medical nurse is creating the care plan of an adult patient requiring mechanical ventilation. What nursing action is most appropriate?
A) Keep the patient in a low Fowler's position. B) Perform tracheostomy care at least once per day. C) Maintain continuous bedrest. D) Monitor cuff pressure every 8 hours.
When using an environmental perspective, which of the following would be the most important question for a nurse to ask when assessing potential health problems?
a. "Can you tell me how you have been feeling?" b. "Can you tell me what you do at work?" c. "What brings you here today?" d. "What problems have you been having?"