Descriptive theories can involve a thorough description or classification of a single phenomenon
A) True
B) False
A
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a. Pallor and hardening of the nail bed b. Jaundice in the nail bed c. An angle greater than 160 degrees be-tween the nail and nail bed d. An angle less than 160 degrees between the nail and nail bed
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A) Autonomy B) Beneficence C) Nonmaleficence D) Justice
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a. allowing the patient to make choices whenever possible. b. encouraging the patient to perform self-care. c. respecting the patient's right to refuse treatment. d. explaining all procedures ahead of time. e. adapting the environment to enhance self-care.