The nurse assesses a child's level of consciousness, noting that the child falls asleep unless he is stimulated. The nurse documents this finding as:
A) Confusion
B) Obtunded
C) Stupor
D) Coma
B
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A patient with an intense fear of cats reports that after 2 weeks of therapy, she no longer sweats or becomes nauseated when she sees a cat on television but still cannot be in the same room with a cat
The nurse would interpret this change as meaning that the patient: a. is responding to therapy, and the current treatment can continue. b. is responding, but slowly, and her treatment plan should be changed. c. has unrealistic expectations and will always need to avoid cats. d. is deteriorating and requires medication and more intensive therapy.
Analyze the following research question: "Is there a difference in the final examination scores of employed nursing students who work more than 16 hours a week compared to those nursing students who work less than 16 hours a week?" Which type
of study is this? 1. Univariate. 2. Bivariate. 3. Multivariate. 4. Correlational.
Which of the following measures should the nurse take when caring for the hospitalized client with TB?
a. Double-bag and dispose of client secretions as infectious waste. b. Wear gown, gloves, goggles, head cover, particulate respiratory mask, and shoe covers when entering the client's room. c. Instruct the client to wear a surgical mask at all times. d. Select reusable care items and keep them in the client's room.
The nurse is performing an initial assessment of a patient who has a raised, pruritic rash. The patient denies taking any prescription medication and denies any allergies. What would be an appropriate question to ask this patient at this time?
A) "Is anyone in your family allergic to anything?" B) "How long have you had this abrasion?" C) "Do you take any over-the-counter drugs or herbal preparations?" D) "What do you do for a living?"