The rights of health care consumers have a(n) ________ basis
A) ethical
B) personal
C) individual
D) philosophical
A
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The nurse recognizes that a symptom that may indicate the presence of pinworms would be
1. Blurred vision. 2. Anal itching. 3. Muscle cramps. 4. Ringing in the ears.
A hospitalized 31-year-old patient with a history of cluster headache awakens during the night with a severe stabbing headache. Which action should the nurse take first?
a. Start the ordered PRN oxygen at 6 L/min. b. Put a moist hot pack on the patient's neck. c. Give the ordered PRN acetaminophen (Tylenol). d. Notify the patient's health care provider immediately.
In teaching the patient how to take his own blood pressure, which of the following is true?
a. Blood pressure cuffs that are too small will give a falsely low reading. b. Blood pressure cuffs that are too large will give a falsely high reading. c. Electronic blood pressure cuffs are just as accurate as other methods. d. The cuff should be placed directly over the skin and not over clothing.
Which one of the following statements about cultivating a spirit of inquiry is most accurate?
A) It is not very important; research will be performed anyway. B) In order for effective change to occur, current practices must be continually examined, questioned, and challenged. C) It involves "asking the burning clinical question." D) The agency does not have an important role in cultivating a spirit of inquiry.