Of the following types of thermometers available, which is not recommended for home use?
a. Digital
b. Tympanic
c. Mercury
d. Disposable single-use
C
If a mercury thermometer breaks, and it is not disposed of properly, the mercury gets into the air, posing a major health risk in the home (EPA, 2007). Educate patients about the environmental hazards associated with mercury in the home, and encourage patients to purchase mercury-free thermometers.
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a. The babysitter b. The dad c. The grandparents d. The mom
The student nurse is preparing to perform a rapid assessment as the more experienced nurse observes. Which of the following statements by the student nurse indicate that further education is required?
1. "The rapid assessment should last approximately 10 minutes.". 2. "I should perform a rapid assessment for all of my assigned clients at the beginning of the shift to help me prioritize care.". 3. "The rapid assessment will help me establish baseline data about the client.". 4. "After I perform the rapid assessments on the clients I've been assigned, I can go back and get more information during my routine assessments.".
A nurse manager is addressing concerns in the shift action plan. Which of the following would be least likely to be addressed in the shift action plan?
a. Resources c. Task completion due dates/times b. Optimal outcomes d. Guidelines for task completion
The daughters of an aging man who lives alone agree to help their father to stay independently in his home by using available community and social services. Which of the following is the biggest disadvantage of home care?
A) Basic hygiene needs may not be met. B) Independence may not be attained. C) Nutritional needs may not be addressed. D) Social needs may not be addressed.