A nurse has decided to pursue a DNP degree instead of a DNS degree. What are some basic differences between the DNP and DNS? (Select all that apply.)
A) Less emphasis on scientific content
B) Increased content on research methodology
C) Similar dissertation requirements
D) Emphasis on practice with research
E) No required clinical practicum
A, D
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a. Sexual history, risk reduction measures, and testing for HIV b. Getting an appointment at a family planning clinic c. Testing for HIV and what the test results mean d. Abstinence and a monogamous relationship
The nurse working on a high acuity medical-surgical unit is prioritizing care for four patients who were just admitted. Which patient should the nurse assess first?
a. The NPO patient with a blood glucose of 80 who just received 20 units of 70/30 Novolin insulin b. The patient with a pulse of 58 who is about to receive digoxin (Lanoxin) c. The patient with a blood pressure of 136/92 with complaints of a headache d. The patient with a mild allergy to penicillin who is receiving an infusion of cefa-zolin (Ancef)
A mother complains to the nurse that her school-aged child with a disability does not readily comply with treatments and wants to do them differently or at a later time. Select the best response for the nurse
a. "I suggest you have some form of punishment for not responding positively to the treatments." b. "School-aged children often respond to treatments with manipulative behavior or boundary testing." c. "You must remember that she has a disability and deserves that you accept some deviance from normal behavior." d. "Your child should be allowed to participate in planning her care, thus requiring you to be flexible in planning treatments."
Compute the amount of medication you will give to administer one dose of the following orders. Assume all tablets are scored, when necessary. ? The problems and drug orders are presented for practice only, and actual prescribed dosages will vary according to a patient's age, condition, reaction, additional medications, and other factors. Decide which supply you would select and enter
the number of tablets you would give. Order: codeine 30 mg p.o. q.4h p.r.n., pain Supply: 15 mg, 30 mg, and 60 mg tablets Give: Select __________ mg tablets, and give __________ tablet(s). Fill in the blank(s) with correct word