Which is not a major barrier to evidence-based practice in nursing?
A) The fact that many clinical nurses are not academically prepared to critically evaluate nursing research studies
B) The support of organizations that reward nurses who engage in research utilization efforts
C) The low number of replication of nursing studies that show promise for utilization
D) The absence of quality, clinically relevant nursing studies
B
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A. Ensure an Ambu bag is at the bedside. B. Have sedation available if needed. C. Orient the family to the burn unit. D. Place the patient on protective isolation.
A health care provider has ordered alendronate (Fosamax) for an older adult who has been admitted for a hip fracture. Which is the best response from the nurse when educating the patient on the new medication?
a. You will need to have your calcium checked monthly while on this medica-tion. b. If you miss a dose, you will need to take the medication as soon as you remember. c. Take on an empty stomach. d. Do not take with alcohol.
A client is receiving care for an elevated body temperature. Which assessment findings indicate that care has been effective?
Select all that apply. A) Urine output of 20 ml/hour B) Moist mucous membranes C) Heart rate of 120 beats per minute D) Good skin turgor E) Blood pressure of 118/68 mmHg
In planning care for a pregnant adolescent, which of the following would be most age appropriate?
A) Insist that she have no further sexual relations during pregnancy. B) Ask her to delay schooling until the pregnancy is over. C) Permit her to decide on the total weight gain for her pregnancy. D) Allow her to weigh herself at clinic visits.