Why should nurses be cognizant of microeconomics?
1. Nurses are often the ones to allocate resources to solve a problem.
2. Nurses are often involved in federal policy making.
3. Nurses should know about microeconomics in order to deliver quality patient care.
4. Health care supplies can be very costly and nurses must use them wisely.
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Nurses often allocate resources, design, plan, coordinate, and evaluate community-based health services.
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a. theism. b. humanism. c. behaviorism. d. existentialism.
A client with acquired immune deficiency syndrome has oral thrush and difficulty eating. What actions does the nurse delegate to the unlicensed assistive personnel (UAP)? (Select all that apply.)
a. Apply oral anesthetic gels before meals. b. Assist the client with oral care every 2 hours. c. Offer the client frequent sips of cool drinks. d. Provide the client with alcohol-based mouthwash. e. Remind the client to use only a soft toothbrush.
While teaching a wellness class on the warning signs of stroke, a participant asks the nurse, "What's the most important thing for me to remember?"
What is an appropriate response by the nurse? A) "Be alert for sudden weakness or numbness." B) "Know your family history." C) "Keep a list of your medications." D) "Call 911 if you notice a gradual onset of paralysis or confusion."
When the nurse is alone with a battered client, the client seems extremely anxious and says, "It was all my fault. The house was so messy when he got home and I know he hates that." The best response by the nurse is:
a. "No one deserves to be hurt. It's not your fault. How can I help you?" b. "What else do you do that makes him angry enough to hurt you?" c. "He will never find out what we talk about. Don't worry. We're here to help you." d. "You have to remember that he is frustrated and angry, so he takes it out on you."