The risk for catheter-associated urinary tract infection can be reduced by using ___________ when inserting the catheter
Fill in the blanks with correct word
aseptic technique
Numerous studies has confirmed the effect of the use of aseptic technique in the insertion of urinary catheters in reducing the rate of catheter associated infections.
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When reviewing research literature, the nurse should expect to find the clinical question in which section of the research article?
a. The methods section b. The results section c. The data analysis section d. The abstract/title section
A client of the Roman Catholic religion has given birth to a premature baby with very serious respiratory difficulties. Based on the client's religion, it is important for the nurse to understand that the client may:
a. want the infant to be baptized because its life is in danger. b. be opposed to blood transfusions. c. want to receive Holy Communion for herself as soon as possible. d. require that the body part or tissues (such as the placenta) be buried.
A patient scheduled for outpatient surgery asks the nurse why he will not be admitted to the hospital for the surgery. What should the nurse explain as an advantage of having outpatient surgery?
1. reduced risk of healthcare-associated infections 2. ability to use home care for postoperative care in the home 3. reduced use of postoperative medications 4. inadequate staffing on the surgical care areas
Which is not a criticism of the path-goal theory?
a. It attempts to integrate motivation from expectancy theory b. Empirical research only partially supports its validity c. It is very complex and has many aspects to it d. It does not clearly explain the relationship between motivation and leader behaviors