A researcher reports that a measure is highly sensitive when diagnosing patients. The reviewer understands that this test
a. has a low percentage of false negatives.
b. has a low percentage of false positives.
c. has a high percentage of false negatives.
d. has a high percentage of false positives.
ANS: A
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A. ANA. B. OSHA. C. CDC. D. NIOSH.
After an incident in which staff intervention was required to control a patient's aggressive behavior, a critical incident debriefing will take place. Which topics should be covered during the debriefing group? Select all that apply
a. What, if anything, could have been done to prevent the patient's aggression? b. Which staff members could most improve their response and by what means? c. What feelings do staff have about the patient, and do they affect staff's effectiveness? d. Why was a dangerous patient admitted, and how can this be prevented in the future? e. Was anyone traumatized emotionally, and if so, how best can this be addressed? f. What changes could be made in future such situations to achieve a better outcome?
A patient has a continuous IV infusion at 60 mL/hr. The right hand IV has infiltrated and the nurse has started a new IV on the left forearm. Which of the following interventions should the nurse also perform?
a. Elevate the patient's left forearm. b. Schedule daily dressing changes to the new IV site. c. Change the administration set. d. Place the patient in Fowler's position.
Shortly after delivery, the nurse assists the mother to initiate breastfeeding her newborn. What is the rationale for this intervention?
a. Infants are frequently alert during the first period of reactivity. b. Breastfeeding helps the infant make the transition to extrauterine life. c. Infants need nourishment as soon as possible after birth. d. Infants will learn how to breastfeed correctly if introduced to the breast immediately.