When qualitative and quantitative approaches are combined, it is often productive to use a two-stage data collection approach
A) True
B) False
A
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The nurse is caring for a patient admitted with a gastrointestinal bleed who is in the compensatory stage of shock. What is an early sign that accompanies initial shock?
A) Increased urine output B) Increased heart rate C) Hyperactive bowel sounds D) Cool, clammy skin
The patient is being admitted with GI bleeding. Blood work includes serial hemoglobin and hematocrit levels. The nurse understands that:
a. the hematocrit is a direct reflection of quick blood loss. b. as extravascular fluid enters the vascular space the hematocrit increases. c. the hematocrit value does not change substantially during the first few hours. d. the administration of intravenous fluids has no effect on hematocrit levels.
The nurse manager is concerned about the negative ratings her unit has received on patient satisfaction surveys. The first step in addressing this issue from the point of view of quality im-provement is to:
a. Assemble a team. b. Establish a benchmark. c. Identify a clinical activity for review. d. Establish outcomes.
Which one of the following examiner behaviors would help minimize your patient's dissatisfac-tion?
a. Assume a busy and rushed attitude. b. Convey your own feelings of discomfort. c. Keep the patient waiting for more than 30 minutes. d. Seek information about the patient's problem.