The nurse considers which of the following classifications of law when administering IV therapy?(Select all that apply) Standard Text: Select all that apply
1. Criminal law
2. Common law
3. Civil law
4. Negligence
5. Federal law
1,2,3
Rationale: Criminal law is a wrong against the public for which government can prosecute and impose imprisonment or fines, such as assault and battery
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The nurse is teaching a class to prenatal clients about the benefits of a doula. Which statement by a client demonstrates the need for further teaching?
1. "The doula will deliver the baby." 2. "The doula will assist with the birth." 3. "The doula will provide guidance and encouragement." 4. "The doula will attend to my comfort needs."
The nurse is caring for a healthy patient who has a serum glucose level of 60 mg/dL. The nurse anticipates which counterregulatory serum hormonal changes to occur in this patient?
Select all that apply. 1. increased epinephrine levels 2. increased growth hormone levels 3. increased insulin levels 4. decreased thyroxine levels 5. decreased glucocorticoid levels
Which of the following factors is the best indicator of an infant's ability to adapt to the changes required in growth and development without creating undue stress on the body?
a. the infant has been breastfed c. the infant's health status b. the caregivers are older d. the presence of siblings
The nurse has been teaching a caregiver about donepezil (Aricept). The nurse knows that teaching has been effective by which of the following statements?
a. "Let's hope this medication will stop the Alzheimer's disease from progressing any further." b. "It is important to take this medication on an empty stomach." c. "I'll be eager to see if this medication makes any improvement in concentration." d. "This medication will slow the progress of Alzheimer's disease temporarily."