In looking at the presented future scenario of Hard Times, what is the major nursing implication in regards to universal health care and the effect it will have on consumers based on the possible future perspective?
A) Increase in the amount of documentation health care providers need to complete
B) Frugal benefits package; care coverage not as extensive
C) Heroic measures once used to prolong life are limited for patients who are younger
D) Cost containment reduces the amount of federal funding for all forms of health care research
B
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1. Decrease in platelet maturation 2. Decreased availability of B cells 3. Reduction in T cell formation 4. Reduction in filtering of foreign matter in the blood
The nurse understands that a client with a Bishop score of 8
a. is not a candidate for induction of labor b. has an unfavorable cervix for vaginal delivery c. most likely will have a prolonged labor d. will have a 10 percent induction failure rate
The nurse prepares medication for a patient 1 hour after admission. What information about the patient is the nurse's priority assessment before the initial administration of medication?
a. The diet history b. Any drug tolerance c. Any allergy history d. The surgical history
Stella is assessing the family of her pediatric home health care patient. Stella's is using Neuman's Systems Theory to assess the family's needs. When using this theory, it is important to:
1. Make sure all members of the family are assessed and able to express their personal needs for the care of the patient. 2. Focus solely on the patient's needs. 3. Work with the family and health-care professionals to provide advanced directives. 4. Meet the developmental needs of the child.