The categorization of middle ranges theories by the terms "high," "middle," and "low" refers to which of the following?
A) The number of concepts in the theory
B) The ability to generalize the theory in nursing
C) The degree of abstraction in the theory
D) The number of research studies conducted with the theory
C
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1. "I need to take a blood pressure only in the client's right arm." 2. "The best way to assess the carotid pulses is palpate one side and then the other." 3. "It will be easier to assess the client's carotid pulses if the client is obese." 4. "I should inspect the arms to ensure that they are close to the same size." 5. "I should look at the extremities to ensure that hair distribution is normal and symmetrical. The skin should be clean and free of any lesions."
The nurse is assessing a female patient who has become rapidly and exceedingly anxious because her fingernail polish is chipped. What type of anxiety should the nurse conclude that the patient is exhibiting?
a. Signal anxiety b. General anxiety c. Anxiety traits d. Panic disorder
Older adults with serious mental illness may be experiencing the complications of long-term
1. neglect. 2. drug abuse. 3. social isolation. 4. antipsychotic medication use.
A nurse is submitting a grant application to improve access to health care and mortality for minority groups. The grant focuses on the six causes of death that are identified as priorities for minorities, which include:
a. chronic obstructive pulmonary disease. b. malnutrition. c. cirrhosis of the liver. d. cancer.