Define the term ‘IV push'
What will be an ideal response?
An IV medication injected directly into a vein via a port
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Which of the following best describes the health implications of industrialization in remote areas?
1. Economic opportunities outweigh the health risks. 2. Projects protect local health by developing indigenous crops. 3. Local people have more dollars for health care through new job opportunities. 4. Access to health-care facilities is improved.
Which is a risk factor for venous ulcers?
a. Young age b. Increased mobility c. Obesity d. Evisceration
During the initial home visit, a home health nurse lets the patient know that the visits are expected to end in about a month. Which phase of the helping relationship is the nurse in with this patient?
a. Preinteraction b. Orientation c. Working d. Termination
The nurse wants to use exercise according to the recommendations of the American Ge-riatrics Society (AGS) for an older female adult who lost her balance and fell. Which nursing intervention is suitable for this older adult according to the AGS?
a. Tell her to use an assistive device until her balance improves. b. Provide information on group exercises for balance training. c. Help her to learn how to exercise the core group of muscles. d. Instruct her to enroll in an exercise program for 8 weeks.