Which activity would a nurse engage in when using population management?
a. Census taking to determine the total number of people in the population
b. Assessing the needs of the client population through compilation of health histo-ries
c. Providing case management services for every citizen in the community
d. Selecting programs for wellness that are repeated annually
B
Population management involves assessing the needs of the client population through health his-tories, claims, use-of-service patterns, and risk factors.
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Which should the nurse take into consideration when working with families in a home?
1. Family member preferences for involvement in the care of the child 2. The size of the child's room for therapy 3. Ensuring that both parents participate in the care of the child 4. Training all members of the family to take part in the child's care
The nurse can best confirm that the patient understands the communication by obtaining ____________ from the patient
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Nursing roles have expanded in many ways. What is one reason this has occurred?
A) To decrease the cost of health care B) To increase the distribution of health care services C) To increase the number of nursing jobs available D) To decrease the nursing shortage
Clozapine (Clozaril) is prescribed for a patient with a schizophreniform disorder. Which information would be the most important to include in the teaching plan for this patient?
a. Strategies to manage breast enlargement and nipple discharge b. The importance of promptly reporting flulike symptoms c. Contraceptive measures and expected changes in menstruation d. Proper technique for measuring blood pressure