When interacting with the parents of a SIDS infant, one of the things the nurse attempts to assist with is:
a. referring the parents to a psychologist.
b. encouraging the parents to remain stoic.
c. allaying feelings of guilt and blame.
d. learning how the event could have been prevented.
C
As parents try to cope, they have feelings of guilt and blame.
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Changes in health care reimbursement measures have resulted in which of the following changes regarding care of the terminally ill?
a. Patients spend more time in hospitals b. Nurses provide more care in hospitals c. More patients die at home d. Patients spend more time in rehab facilities
The nurse administers an exogenous hormone to the patient. How does the nurse's action impact the endocrine system? (Select all that apply.)
A) May decrease exogenous hormone levels B) May increase hormone levels in the body C) May stop production of releasing and stimulating hormones D) May lead to a decrease in the normal production of the hormone E) May increase the endogenous hormone levels
A patient with a pacemaker has one pacing spike before every QRS complex and the rhythm does not change with rest or activity. For which type of pacemaker should the nurse plan care for this patient?
A. Demand pacing B. Asynchronous pacing C. Dual-chamber pacing D. Atrial single-chamber pacing
In an effort to create an environment that exemplifies EBP, the nursing leadership has made a concerted effort to include as many caregivers as possible, from numerous levels, in the process
What is the most likely rationale for this aspect of the change process? A) Promoting engagement B) Identifying and removing barriers C) Identifying goals D) Prioritizing clinical issues