A client has a 30 mm Hg difference in blood pressures in the arms. For subsequent blood pressure readings, the nurse should use
a. a larger blood pressure cuff.
b. a smaller blood pressure cuff.
c. the arm with the higher reading.
d. the arm with the lower reading.
C
difference in blood pressure of 20 mm Hg or more may indicate other medical problems. This discrepancy should be documented. The nurse should use the arm with the higher reading for all subsequent blood pressure measurements.
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a. The patient washes hands with running water. b. Soap, water, and friction are used by the patient. c. The patient washes hands with very hot water. d. A basin with warm soapy water is used.
The nurse has an adequate understanding of a tort when she makes which statement?
a. "A tort is a legal wrong committed against another person or their property." b. "A tort refers to the nurse's duty to practice within the boundaries of the nurse's role." c. "A tort is a principle concerned with being fair or just." d. "A tort refers to truth telling and not intentionally misleading patients."
Which of the following are sources of conflict?
a. Personal conflict d. Resources b. Interdependence e. Group conflict c. Role definition f. Workload
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