You report your concerns about patient care to your immediate supervisor, who seems unconcerned and tells you she is too busy to address the problem. You should
A) say nothing.
B) inform the next person in authority.
C) report to the physician.
D) complete an incident report.
B
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1. The client is sleeping but is easy to arouse. 2. The client is somnolent, with minimal or no response to physical stimulation. 3. The client is slightly drowsy, but arouses easily with minimal physical stimulation. 4. The client is awake and alert visiting with family at the bedside.
A client is seen in the public health clinic for symptoms of hepatitis. The nurse is questioning the client regarding exposure
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1. "Fish is so good for you, but I would be careful.". 2. "Excess vitamin A consumption may occur when eating organ meat but it is not likely with fish three times a week.". 3. "As long as you broil the fish, rather than fry it, you will not get excess vitamin A.". 4. "It is possible, so it is important to vary the kind of fish you eat.".