A school nurse who is not a nurse practitioner works in an elementary school (K–4) with 1,200 students. Which of the following would the nurse engage in with this group? Select all that apply
A) Screening for scoliosis
B) Vision and hearing screening
C) Teaching basic health practices
D) Monitoring chronic illnesses
E) Ordering medications
F) Providing primary care
B, C, D
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The nurse is caring for a critically ill patient and completes a gastrointestinal assessment every 4 hours. What is the best rationale for this nursing action?
A) Part of routine care for all critically ill patients B) Ordered by the physician for this patient C) Satisfies the nurse's curiosity D) Early identification of changes guides treatment decisions
You are hired as a new manager. When the offer of employment is made, you agree to at-will employment
Later, you become very concerned about the policies and practices of your organization and their impact on patient care. You speak with your supervisor several times about your concerns, but no action is taken. In considering your next steps, you: a. Consider your increased vulnerability under the terms of your employment. b. Recognize that your supervisor is more vulnerable than you are because of her more senior position. c. Are more likely as a leader to take action because you are well protected from repercussions by federal and state regulations. d. Contact your union to discuss your concerns and review your options.
Videotapes are one type of mechanical device that can be used to record or to check the accuracy of observations
A) True B) False
What is a complication of total parenteral nutrition (TPN) not found with enteral feelings?
a. Dehydration b. Aspiration if supine c. Frequent diarrhea d. Pneumothorax