A patient is unable to produce adequate sputum for routine, acid-fast, and fungal cultures. The physician may attempt to obtain a/an
A) transtracheal aspirate. B) induced sputum.
C) bronchoalveolar lavage. D) pleural fluid.
B
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Which of the following best describes the position of function for the hand?
A. Wrist straight with all fingers extended. B. All fingers curled, forming a fist. C. Fingers slightly flexed, wrist cocked slightly upward D. Fingers relaxed with the wrist at a 90-degree angle.
A fluid contained within the body that possesses serum-like features whose consistency is more thin or watery rather than thick or viscous describes which of the following?
A) Serous fluid B) Effusion C) Transudate D) Pleura
____ is a clinical condition that decreases static compliance.
A. Kinking of ET tube B. Bronchospasm C. Airway obstruction D. Tension pneumothorax
The "Leadership" (LD) chapter is divided ino four sections: "Leadership Structure," "Leadership Relationships,", "Hospital Culture and System Performance Expectations," and "Operations." Standards pertaining to leadership structure convey some basics precepts about leadership's role and responsibilities. Which statement below does not accurately portray the role and responsibility of leadership?
A. The governance or governing body has the ultimate authority and responsibility for establishing policy and maintaining safety and quality of care, treatment, or services. These responsibilities of the governing body are defined in writing. B. Senior managers (including the CEO and nurse executive) and leaders of the organized medical staff work with the governing body to define their shared and unique responsibilities and accountabilities. The organized medical staff is accountable to the governing body. C. The CEO, who is selected by the organized medical staff, manages the hospital and identifies a nurse leader at the executive level.