Two nurses are discussing a patient's condition in an elevator full of visitors. With what crime might the nurses be charged?
A) defamation of character C) unintentional negligence
B) invasion of privacy D) intentional negligence
B
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A college nurse offers screening programs for students. At what age should the nurse encourage women to have their first Pap test?
A. At age 19 B. At age 21 C. Before sexual activity D. No specific age
A patient is receiving gentamicin once daily. A nursing student asks the nurse how the drug can be effective if given only once a day. The nurse explains drug dosing schedules for aminoglyco-sides
Which statement by the student indicates a need for further teaching? a. "Gentamicin has a longer half-life than other aminoglycosides." b. "Large doses given once daily yield higher peak levels." c. "The postantibiotic effect lasts for several hours." d. "There is less risk of ototoxicity and nephrotoxicity with large daily doses."
When examining the strengths, limitations, and capacity of an organization and the community to support the establishment and viability of a nursing center, a nurse is completing a:
a. Data collection b. Feasibility study c. Focus groups d. Community forums
The nurse must be sure to instruct the patient about which potential adverse effect(s) of tricyclic antidepressants? (Select all that apply.)
a. Diarrhea b. Dryness of mouth, nose, and throat c. Constipation d. Nocturia e. Urinary retention f. Blurred vision