A nurse is explaining advance care directives, or "living wills," to a patient and the patient's spouse. Which of the following would the nurse include in the description?
A) The document tells what treatment is to be omitted if the patient is unable to make the decision.
B) It requires that the patient sign the "living will" document while an attorney is present.
C) The patient's physician must act as a witness when the patient signs the document.
D) An attorney draws up the papers to be given to the patient and his or her family.
A
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a. "Do you want to talk about the need for that much exercise?" b. "Exercise is healthy but can decrease body fat and cause irregular periods." c. "Bingeing and purging can cause electrolyte problems in your body." d. "Anorexic behavior can result in decreased estrogen levels."
For what non-accidental injuries in children should nurses assess when looking for signs of physical abuse? (Select all that apply.)
1. Fractures and bruises 2. Spinal injuries 3. Burns 4. Near drowning 5. Head injuries
The most important reason for administering intravenous fluids to a woman in preterm labor is:
a. It reduces the risk of nausea and vomiting. b. It will restore the patient's hematocrit to normal. c. The inactive patient often drinks too little water. d. Dehydration stimulates secretion of oxytocin and antidiuretic hormone (ADH).
A group of cardiac nurses with common experiences meet monthly for a staff meeting to discuss ways to improve patient care. This group is known as a
a. scheme. b. cohort. c. team. d. unit.