It is important to check the expiration dates of the blood glucose testing equipment
True
False
True
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As part of a screening program for prostate cancer, men at a senior citizens' center are having their blood levels of prostate-specific antigen (PSA) measured
Which of the following statements would best characterize a high positive predictive value but a low negative predictive value for this screening test? A) All of the men who had high PSA levels developed prostate cancer; several men who had low PSA levels also developed prostate cancer. B) All of the men who had low PSA levels were cancer-free; several men who had high levels also remained free of prostate cancer. C) Men who had low PSA levels also displayed false-positive results for prostate cancer; men with high levels were often falsely diagnosed with prostate cancer. D) The test displayed low sensitivity but high specificity.
An active type 2 diabetic reports recurrent symptoms of weakness and nervousness. Which is the best response from the nurse?
A) "These symptoms are related to added stress." B) "Maybe you should eat simple carbohydrates." C) "Sounds like high blood sugar symptoms." D) "Exercise and activity can lower glucose levels."
Why do nurse managers have an ongoing need to be aware of legislation affecting nursing practice?
A) This will prevent them from getting sued. B) Laws are fluid and subject to change. C) It will protect the agency from a lawsuit. D) It will ensure that correct procedure is carried out.
The nurse teaching the phases of the menstrual cycle should include the fact that the corpus luteum begins to degenerate, estrogen and progesterone levels fall, and extensive vascular changes occur in which phase?
1. Menstrual phase 2. Proliferative phase 3. Secretory phase 4. Ischemic phase