Theories differ in their level of generality and abstraction. What type of theory attempts to explain such phenomena as decision making, stress, comfort, health promotion, and unpleasant symptoms?
A) Explanatory theory
B) Grand theory
C) Middle-range theory
D) Situation-specific theory
C
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A) Safe technique for self-suctioning of secretions B) Technique for performing postural drainage C) Correct and safe use of oxygen therapy equipment D) How to provide safe and effective tracheostomy care
A number of techniques have been identified to assist nurses who work with staff from a different culture who speak English as a second language. Which of the following are some of these techniques? Select all that apply
a. if you feel you cannot achieve effective communication, give up b. acknowledge that your coworker's value system and perception of what "good" is may be different from your own c. appreciate the knowledge you can gain from working alongside a skilled nurse from another culture d. provide your coworker with written resources that can help reinforce your verbal communication
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a. Moisten the old inner dressing to remove it. b. Pack the gauze in flat pieces into the wound. c. Wet the new inner dressing with a cytotoxic solution. d. Apply a secondary dressing over the inner wet packing.
A nurse is discharging a client to home and discussing protein for normal body maintenance. Which component of acid-base balance within the body has important implications for protein maintenance? Select all that apply.
A) Bicarbonate B) Carbonic acid C) Hemoglobin D) Hydrogen E) Oxygen