The nurse reviews the aspects of home care the parents might consider for a 12-year-old child with juvenile idiopathic arthritis (JIA), which include the provision of: (Select all that apply.)
a. Velcro fasteners on shoes
b. A firm mattress
c. Leg braces or crutches
d. Elevated toilet seats
e. Hand rails in the shower
A, B, D, E
Provision of a firm mattress or bed boards, Velcro fasteners, elevated toilet seats, and hand rails in the shower and near the toilet all facilitate self-care for the child with JIA. Braces and crutches are not necessary.
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The level of significance usually set in nursing studies is at either:
a. .5 or .1. b. .03 or .003. c. .05 or .01. d. .005 or .001.
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wound healing. Which response by the students would indicate to the preceptor that they understand? a. Polycystic kidney disease c. Marfan syndrome b. Ehlers-Danlos syn-drome (EDS) d. Von Recklinghausen disease
The nurse has assumed the responsibilities of case manager. Which of the following would these include?
A) Delegating activities to other nurses B) Managing an acute hospital stay C) Evaluating performance of ancillary workers D) Identifying areas of client concern or problems