Which person qualifies under the Americans with Disabilities Act?
1. A person who has gender identity disorder
2. A person who is homosexual
3. A person who currently uses illegal drugs
4. A person who is a recovering alcoholic
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Rationale: There are multiple exclusions from the definition of disability under the ADA, including homosexuality, gender identity disorders not resulting from physical impairments, and those who use illegal drugs. While alcoholics are considered to have a disability under ADA, the employer may hold the person to the same qualifications and job performance standards as other employees.
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A nurse is caring for a client who is about to receive a bone marrow transplant. To best help the client cope with the long recovery period, what action by the nurse is best?
a. Arrange a visitation schedule among friends and family. b. Explain that this process is difficult but must be endured. c. Help the client find things to hope for each day of recovery. d. Provide plenty of diversionary activities for this time.
Explanation: 1. A slight decline in memory is not unexpected in an older patient. 2. Increased socialization is not a sign of depression. 3. Increases in energy and participation are not signs of depression. 4. Persistent sadness is a sign of depression.
1. An older patient does not have the physical strength to commit suicide. 2. A patient should never be questioned about suicide intent. 3. Suicide rates are the highest in people age 65 and older. 4. An older person who contemplates suicide is more likely to complete the act than a younger person. 5. Many older adults who commit suicide had visited their primary care physician within the previous month.
Regarding medication administration, what must occur at the change of shifts?
A) The patient's medications must be drawn up B) The medications for the division are counted C) The narcotics for the division are counted D) The LPNs only on the division count medications
After delivery, the vital signs should be checked
A) every 5 minutes for 4 hours, then hourly. B) hourly for 8 hours, then every 8 hours. C) as ordered until stable, then every 4 hours. D) every 15 minutes until stable, then every shift.