What element must be included in the process of securing informed consent?
A) A timeline of when the treatment is expected to occur
B) Written information on what the post procedure outcomes will be
C) Information regarding the risks involved in the proposed procedure
D) An explanation of the nature of all associated treatment provided by the nurse
Answer: C) Information regarding the risks involved in the proposed procedure
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An unidentified patient was injured in a hit-and-run accident and was conscious. When asked how he felt, the patient looked very confused and responded in a language the nurse did not recognize. Which of the following actions should the nurse take next?
a. Look closely at the person, try to determine the patient's ethnic background, and then seek someone fluent in his language b. Report the language barrier to administration, and let them handle the problem c. Tell the unit supervisor so various translators can be brought to the floor until the language is recognized and communication can be established d. Use gestures and pantomime until the nurse is able to determine what language the patient is speaking
The nurse would like to do a research project that focuses on vending machine choices that patients prefer. What should the nurse question before proceeding with this research study?
1. Is the research valid? 2. Will this promote patient independence? 3. Is this a project that would add value to the hospital experience? 4. Does this research contribute to patient care?
Therapeutic drug levels are drawn when a drug reaches steady state. Drugs reach steady state:
1. After the second dose 2. After four to five half-lives 3. When the patient feels the full effect of the drug 4. One hour after IV administration
Providing hair care is a frivolous activity and does NOT promote health
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