Which one of the following statements about the common roles and functions of public health nurses, school nurses, and corrections nurses is most accurate?
A) Emphasis is placed on the treatment of disease and disability.
B) Nurses in all of these areas serve the population as client as opposed to individuals as clients.
C) All of these specialty nursing fields are paid very well because their setting is supported through public funds.
D) Public health nurses can influence the health of vulnerable populations more than any of the other specialties.
Ans: B
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1. The kidneys are compensating for respiratory acidosis. 2. The respiratory system is compensating for metabolic alkalosis. 3. The kidneys are compensating for respiratory alkalosis. 4. The pH is normal.
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a. Congenital anomalies b. Sudden infant death syndrome c. Disorders related to short gestation and low birth weight d. Maternal complications specific to the perinatal period
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1. Take the dose at bedtime 2. Sit up slowly and dangle their feet before standing 3. Monitor their blood pressure and skip a dose if the pressure is less than 120/80 4. Weigh daily and report weight gain of greater than 2 pounds in one day
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