The nurse has developed a "special" relationship with a pleasantly demented patient whom she
wishes to remember her after discharge. The nurse asks a colleague to take a photograph of her
assisting with the patient's care.
What does the action on the part of both nurses represent?
A) Breach of confidentiality B) Negligence
C) Invasion of privacy D) Malpractice
C
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a. is the most reliable method of detecting breast cancer before it becomes palpable. b. is inexpensive and covered by most medical insurance plans. c. involves no radiation and takes only a few minutes. d. involves no pain or discomfort and is readily available.
Which statement related to preparations for her son's burial is characteristic of a person of the Jewish faith?
a. "He will be buried in 3 days." b. "He will be cremated." c. "Shivah will be held for 7 days in our home following the funeral." d. "We will fast for 24 hours."
Your patient is a 35-year-old female who has been administered general anesthesia. The patient is in stage II (the excitement stage) of anesthesia. Which intervention might you need to implement during this stage?
A) Rub the patient's back B) Restrain the patient C) Encourage the patient to express feelings D) Stroke the patient's hand
Which of the following conditions is most responsible for developmental delays in children?
A. Cerebral palsy B. Fetal alcohol syndrome C. Down syndrome D. Meningomyelocele