What is important to assess when critically appraising a literature review?
a. If previous studies support the research problem
b. If textbooks are included in the reference list
c. What sources are used to provide study funding
d. Whether relevant studies are discussed
ANS: D
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A) A 74-year-old woman with a low body mass index B) A 17-year-old boy with traumatic injuries C) A 45-year-old woman having an abdominal hysterectomy D) A 13-year-old girl undergoing craniofacial surgery
The nurse who is reading a research report has concerns about the ethical aspects of the study. Which information should reassure the nurse that the study was undertaken in an ethical manner?
1. The report states that the principle investigator of the study is a nationally renowned physician. 2. The company that manufactures the medical device used in the research funded the study. 3. The study design reveals that no physical harm to participants was possible. 4. The study was reviewed and approved by an Institutional Review Board.
What would the nurse identify as the most basic purpose of standards of care?
1. To protect and safeguard the public as a whole 2. To ensure that all patients receive state-of-the-art care 3. To protect health care providers and prevent their giving less than quality care 4. To ensure administrative agencies are protected from frivolous lawsuits
While caring for a client with a newly placed plaster leg cast, a nurse should do which of the following? Select all that apply
1. Assess the toes for capillary refill. 2. Elevate the casted limb on pillows. 3. Handle the cast with the palms of the hand. 4. Lift the cast by gripping the ankle. 5. Teach the patient to use a nail file to scratch under the cast.