________________________ is the transfer of responsibility for the performance of a nursing activity from a nurse to someone who does not already have the authority.
Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).
Delegation
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A. Avoid secondhand cigarette smoke while pregnant B. Fetal positioning in utero cannot be controlled C. Getting enough folic acid early in pregnancy is advisable. D. The disorder is genetic so no prevention is available.
A nurse practitioner is preparing to perform a patient's scheduled Pap smear and the patient asks the nurse to ensure that the speculum is well-lubricated. How should the nurse proceed with assessment?
A) Reassure the patient that ample petroleum jelly will be used. B) Reassure that patient that a water-based lubricant will be used. C) Explain to the patient that water is the only lubricant that can be used. D) Explain to the patient why the speculum must be introduced "dry."
A client with fibrocystic breast disease has been receiving treatment with danazol (Danocrine) therapy for the past 6 months
In anticipation of the drug being discontinued, the nurse instructs the client to inform the healthcare provider about which of the following? A) Nausea or vomiting occurring beyond 9 days after discontinuing the drug B) Inability to sleep after discontinuing the drug C) Constipation occurring 90 days after discontinuing the drug D) Lack of return of regular menses within 90 days after discontinuing the drug
While providing oral care to a patient, the nurse notes inflammation of the oral mucosa. This should be documented as:
a. halitosis c. stomatitis b. pyorrhea d. gingivitis