A nurse demonstrates a deontological view of whistle-blowing by demonstrating which action?
A) Seeing whistle-blowing as aimed at achieving good outcomes by changing a situation for the better
B) Determining whether the harm caused by whistle-blowing is greater than the harm caused by the employer's actions
C) Eliminating any possible intrapersonal conflict in regard to his or her duty to the patient over that to his or her employer
D) Seeing whistle-blowing as the fulfillment of a duty to keep promises, tell the truth, and protect patients
D
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A. Eosinophils 200/mm3 B. Monocytes 2000/mm3 C. Segmented neutrophils 6000/mm3 D. Lymphocytes 2100/mm3
Which of the following will the nurse most likely assess in a client diagnosed with asthma?
1. Wheezing and anxiety 2. Barking cough and increased blood pressure 3. Bradycardia and restlessness 4. Anemia and hypoxia
A pregnant patient has been in labor for many hours and is becoming exhausted
Her fetus is showing increasing signs of distress, and the physician orders a cesarean delivery. The patient and spouse had wanted natural childbirth and are now distressed and unsure what to expect. What is the most important intervention that the nurse can provide at this point? A) Compare the risks of cesarean delivery with those of continuing to attempt vaginal birth B) Calmly and confidently describe the qualifications of the surgical team C) Tell them firmly that the patient must be prepped for surgery and place an IV and a catheter D) Briefly describe what they will experience during the procedure, explain each procedure as it is being performed, and encourage the spouse to participate whenever possible
Which of the following would be most important for a nurse to do to ensure the accuracy of inspection during assessment?
A) Compare bilateral body parts B) Have 20/20 vision C) Focus on selected body systems D) Use touch judiciously