A nurse is reading a journal article discussing the continuing education (CE) requirements of the different states. The nurse is surprised to read which point in the article?
A) All 50 states have mandatory CE requirements.
B) CE is voluntary in all 50 states.
C) The requirements are highly variable from few hours to 30 hours every 2 years.
D) It assures continued competence as a professional registered nurse.
C
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The nurse is preparing a teaching plan and is applying evidence-based practice. To promote involvement, the nurse must:
a. provide the latest professional literature to the patient. b. ensure that the patient understands relevant information. c. use only one teaching method to reduce confusion. d. not review previously learned information.
The nurse is determining ways to decrease environmental stimuli for a client with increased intracranial pressure. What actions should the nurse take to support this client's care need?
Select all that apply. A) Limit the client's visitors. B) Teach family to speak softly and minimize touching. C) Elevate the head of the bed. D) Provide all care quickly at one time to provide periods of rest. E) Keep the room dark and quiet.
There is a difference between peripheral parenteral nutrition (PPN) and central vein total parenteral nutrition. What is that difference?
A) Dextrose B) Lipid emulsion C) Vitamins D) Electrolytes
A client has been receiving a cephalosporin for 20 days to treat a severe bacterial infection. The client complains of mouth pain, and the nurse assesses white patches in the client's mouth. What is the highest priority action on the part of the nurse?
a. Provide mouth care with glycerin swabs. b. Encourage the client to drink more fluids. c. Notify the physician and describe symptoms. d. Administer analgesia for the mouth pain.