When a patient is ill, his or her fear of pain would best be described as a(n)

A) unmet need.
B) loss of control.
C) chemical threat.
D) physical threat.


D

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a. after the dressing change. b. at least 15 minutes before the dressing change. c. at least 30 minutes before the dressing change. d. at least 1 hour before the dressing change.

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A nurse is examining a client for the healing progress of an injury. The nurse observes

that destroyed tissue has been sloughed, leaving behind an area with new tissue. However, there is a local unhealed area of epithelial tissue. How should the nurse refer to the unhealed area of the wound? A) Ulcer B) Abscess C) Wound sinus D) Fistula

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Under the situational approach, leadership style refers to motivational principles

a. True b. False

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Virtually all surface water is polluted and needs to be treated before it can be safely consumed.

a. true b. false

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