A patient is diagnosed with valvular heart disease after experiencing rheumatic heart fever. What should the nurse realize caused this disorder?
A. Molecular mimicry
B. Release of hidden antigens into the circulation
C. Autoimmune response by slow-growing mycobacteria
D. Biologic changes that cause self-antigens to produce autoantibodies
Answer: A
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The health care facility has sponsored a continuing education offering on emergency management of pandemic influenza. At lunch, a nurse is overheard saying, "I'm not going to take care of anyone that might have that flu
I have kids to think about." What is true of this statement? Note: Credit will be given only if all correct choices and no incorrect choices are selected. Select all that apply. 1. The nurse has a greater obligation than a lay person to care for the sick or injured in an emergency. 2. This statement reflects defamation and may result in legal action against the nurse. 3. The nurse has the right to refuse to care for anyone that could endanger the nurse. 4. This statement is a breach of the Code of Ethics for Nurses. 5. The nurse has this right as no nurse–patient contract has been established.
A client reports leg pain when walking or standing, and occasional pain during periods of rest. This type of data is known as:
a. a defining characteristic c. objective b. inadequate d. subjective
In a _____ organizational structure, a nurse may report to more than one manager
a. tall c. matrix b. decentralized d. centralized
The nurse has developed a teaching plan for the family of a 2-year-old boy who holds his breath when he gets frustrated. Which of the following will be most important to include in this plan?
A) Provide cuddle time whenever the child begins to act out. B) Explain the child's behavior to the parents. C) Encourage the parents to interact more with the child. D) Stay close to prevent injury when he gets frustrated.