The process of evaluation of health care in relation to specified standards or outcomes is called:
A) utilization review
B) systematic review
C) research utilization
D) quality improvement
D
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The nurse wants to develop more political power within an organization. Which of the following can the nurse do to achieve this goal?
a. Avoiding serving on committees b. Displaying a "don't rock the boat" attitude c. Getting to know people who work in other areas of the institution d. Keeping to herself and avoiding networking
Ralph's blood pressure remains elevated despite increased doses of his drug. The NP is concerned that he might not be adhering to his treatment regimen. Which of the following events would suggest that he might not be adherent?
1. Ralph states that he always takes the drug "when I feel my pressure is going up." 2. Ralph contacts his NP to discuss the need to increase the dosage. 3. Ralph consistently keeps his follow-up appointments to check his blood pressure. 4. All of the above show that he is adherent to the drug regimen.
Superficial fungal infections differ from systemic fungal infections in that superficial fungal infections
1. can be fatal. 2. affect hair and skin. 3. are less common. 4. affect internal organs.
For effective restorative care, there must be a smooth progression and flow between caregivers and between shifts.
Answer the following statement true (T) or false (F)