The child's developmental stage and the type of medication are important factors to consider in administering oral medications
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Within the public health system there has been an increased demand for medical, nursing, and social services. The nurse should recognize what phenomenon as the basis for this increased demand?
A) Increased use of complementary and alternative therapies B) The growing number of older adults in the United States C) The rise in income disparity in the United States D) Increasing profit potential for home health services
When caring for a client with a fracture, assessment of which of the following would be the priority?
A) Neurovascular compromise B) Hormonal imbalances C) Cardiac problems D) Altered kidney function
A community/public health nurse is planning to implement a new community-based education program. Why is it crucial for the nurse to understand the organizational structure of a community, as well as its leadership?
a. The nurse may have to convince the informal leaders of the need for the program before it can be successful. b. The nurse may need to ask the formal leaders to provide leadership for the programs. c. The nurse will want to know political priorities before deciding on any actions to be taken. d. The nurse will want the approval of the elected governing body before making decisions about health programming.
You should be MOST suspicious for cardiogenic shock in an infant or child if:
A) he or she appears listless or lethargic. B) his or her heart rate varies with activity. C) his or her heart rate is greater than 150 beats/min. D) perfusion decreases following a fluid bolus.