The nurse suspects that an 8-year-old child is experiencing neglect. What did the nurse assess in the child to come to this conclusion? (Select all that apply.)
A) Malnutrition
B) Torn and bloody underclothing
C) Has not taken medication for asthma for several days
D) Wearing shorts and tennis shoes when it is snowing outside
E) Running a fever and vomiting for a week before seeking medical care
Ans: A, C, D, E
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The graduate nurse is caring for an elderly patient recently diagnosed with cancer. What signs or symptoms would be present to support the diagnosis of frailty in this patient?
A) Serum albumin greater than 2.5 g/100dl B) Serum albumin less than 2.5 g/100dl C) Hemoglobin 23 g/dl D) Hemoglobin 12 g/dl
Nurses can apply their expertise to shape physical and interpersonal characteristics of the treatment setting. Which of the following will facilitate communication when interacting with a client in a therapeutic environment?
A) Maintaining a bland affect B) Removing physical barriers C) Sitting up straight, using rigid body posture to look professional D) Encouraging the client to "have a seat" and you will stand
What nursing diagnosis has the highest priority when implementing care?
A. altered cardiac output B. Altered body temperature C. Altered urinary patterns D. Altered thought process
Compare and contrast the use of theses and dissertations as a means of communicating research findings by choosing the option that is more related to a thesis
1. Test existing theories 2. Refine existing theories 3. Generate new theories 4. Provide new knowledge for the profession