A thermometer measured a child's temperature as 98.1°F one minute and as 98.1°F the next minute. What can we assume about the thermometer?
A) Valid instrument
B) Reliable instrument
C) Trustworthy instrument
D) Dependable instrument
B
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A nurse working in the emergency department is participating in the resuscitation of a client experiencing sudden cardiac death
After 5 cycles of CPR, the nurse evaluates the client's cardiac rhythm as asystole. What is the next action by the nurse? A) Administer epinephrine. B) Immediately defibrillate the client. C) Assess the cardiac monitor electrodes. D) Assess the client's pulse.
A patient with rheumatic fever has subcutaneous nodules, erythema marginatum, and polyarthritis. Based on these findings, which nursing diagnosis would be most appropriate?
a. Pain related to permanent joint fixation b. Activity intolerance related to arthralgia c. Risk for infection related to open skin lesions d. Risk for impaired skin integrity related to pruritus
A community/public health nurse is best defined as a nurse who
a. Applies concepts and knowledge from nursing and public health. b. Gives care to families in the community. c. Has a baccalaureate and previous experience in community health. d. Is employed outside of an acute care setting.
A patient who has just been diagnosed with RA is experiencing minimal pain and mild symptoms. The primary care NP should consult with a rheumatologist and should recommend:
a. ibuprofen. b. methotrexate. c. acetaminophen. d. herbal remedies.