A person's ideal body weight is determined by
A. a formula that considers health factors.
B. insurance company rules and regulations.
C. physicians' orders.
D. statistical information.
Answer: A
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The nursing team is tasked with making a decision regarding implementation of a new unit policy. What is the first step this team should take in this work?
1. Obtain an institutional pledge to finance any necessary changes. 2. Outline the priority needs of the work team. 3. Organize interventions to solve the problem. 4. Clearly define the problem being addressed.
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Which statement made by the mother of an adolescent being discharged after spinal fusion for severe scoliosis indicates the need for further teaching?
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