A careful evaluation of problems that have the potential for causing harm to a patient is called a(n) _________ assessment
A) injury
B) risk
C) baseline
D) transfer
B
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Which characteristic, action, or behavior fails to meet the criteria for the nursing diagnosis of substance abuse?
A. The client uses the substance daily. B. The client's behavior when using the substance is not socially acceptable. C. The client continues to use the substance even though she or he has expressed a desire to stop. D. The client continues to use the substance even though it causes him or her to have chronic hypertension.
MC In the event of suspected development of acute compartment syndrome, the nursing action is to
A. Keep the affected part elevated. B. Apply warm moist packs to the distal digits. C. Have the client actively exercise distal digits. D. Notify the physician immediately.
What are the therapeutic effects of reminiscence? (Select all that apply.)
A) It is entertaining. B) It is a means of validating existence. C) It is a means of resolving past conflicts. D) It is a means of finding meaning in remaining life.
A nurse is reviewing the medical record of a client. Which of the following would lead the nurse to suspect that the client is experiencing polycystic ovary syndrome? (Select all that apply.)
A) Decreased androgen levels B) Elevated blood insulin levels C) Anovulation D) Waist circumference of 32 inches E) Triglyceride level of 175 mg/dL F) High-density lipoprotein level of 40 mg/dL