An example of a health disparity is
a. Childhood immunization rates
b. High dropout rates
c. Unemployment
d. Income below poverty level
ANS: A
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1. Rheumatoid arthritis. 2. Chronic hepatitis. 3. Osteoporosis. 4. Peptic ulcer disease. 5. Chronic constipation.
The nurse is caring for a postpartal client who is experiencing afterpains following the birth of her third child. Which of the following comfort measures should the nurse implement to decrease the client's pain? (Select all that apply.)
A. Offer warm blankets for her abdomen. B. Call the physician to report this finding. C. Inform her that this is not normal, and she will need an oxytocic agent. D. Massage the fundus of the uterus gently and observe lochia for clots. E. Administer a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID).
Which example indicates a situation in which more than decision-making skills is indicated?
1. A nurse administrator needs to hold administrative staff meetings on a day when most are available. 2. The Emergency Department nurse manager is contemplating how to best schedule the staff to ensure coverage. 3. A nurse manager gets a report indicating that the narcotics count has been wrong three times in the past month. 4. A floor nurse needs to organize care activities for a team of clients for the day, including two surgeries and a discharge.
Which of the following is referred to as the fifth vital sign?
A. Height B. Pain C. Systolic pressure D. Weight