What are the largest facilities that house the severely mentally ill in the United States today?
A. Large, rural, isolated state mental hospitals
B. Los Angeles California State Psychiatric Institutes
C. Los Angeles County Jail and New York's Riker's Island Jail
D. New York State Psychiatric Institutes
ANS: C
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The nurse is leading a discussion group with parents of adolescents. One parent comments, "My son can't do anything without checking with his friends first. My opinion doesn't count anymore."
What knowledge in regard to this behavior would the nurse formulate as a response? a. It is unusual for adolescent boys. b. It is often more apparent in boys than girls. c. It is a normal phenomenon during adolescence. d. It is suggestive of feelings of low self-worth.
The nurse understands that in order to prevent pressure ulcer development, he must remove pressure from high-risk areas of the body. What nursing interventions are essential to accomplish this goal? Select all that apply
1. Use pillows to offload pressure. 2. Turn the client at least every 2 hours. 3. Use a shoe or cast to prevent pressure. 4. Keep the client on bed rest. 5. Pull the client up in bed every 2 hours or less.
A nurse applies the ethical principle of non-maleficence when:
a. Administering medications using the "five rights" b. Allowing clients to be active participants in their care c. Providing patient privacy when delivering care d. Referring a client to a physical therapist
Most medication biotransformation occurs in the:
A) liver. B) kidneys. C) lungs. D) GI tract.