Which of the following is not a purpose of a research literature review for a practicing nurse?
A) To identify nursing interventions that have potential for use in evidenced-based practice.
B) To identify a suitable research design
C) To acquire knowledge about a relevant clinical topic
D) To facilitate the development of research-based protocols
B
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1. that HRT stops the manifestations of menopause. 2. to have mammograms every 5 years. 3. to not operate a car when taking hormones. 4. the importance of not smoking while on HRT.
The 75-year-old patient complains to the nurse that although she has cleaned her ears with cotton-tipped applicators for weeks, she still can't hear her TV unless it is turned up loud, and she misses a great deal of conversations
On examination of the ears, the nurse antici-pates that there will be: 1. otitis externa. 2. purulent drainage. 3. dry cerumen across the canal. 4. a pearly tympanic membrane.
The nurse is teaching a client who is newly diagnosed with epilepsy. Which statement by the client indicates a need for further teaching concerning the drug regimen?
a. "I will not drink any alcoholic beverages." b. "I will wear a medical alert bracelet." c. "I will let my doctor know about all of my prescriptions." d. "I can skip a couple of pills if they make me ill."
You have been working closely with a patient for the past month. Today he tells you he is looking forward to meeting with his new psychiatrist but frowns and avoids eye contact while reporting this to you. Which of the following responses would most likely be therapeutic?
1. "A new psychiatrist is a chance to start fresh; I'm sure it will go well for you." 2. "You said you are looking forward to the meeting, but I noticed you frowned as you said it." 3. "I notice that you frowned and avoided eye contact just now; don't you feel well?" 4. "I get the impression you don't really want to see your psychiatrist—can you tell me why?"