A nurse completes a cost accounting study on a program which targets obese adults, helping them to adopt healthier lifestyle choices
The nurse would like to compare the cost of the pro-gram to the cost-savings in the health care system by preventing the occurrence of chronic ill-nesses. Which type of study would be most appropriate to use in this situation? a. Cost-accounting study
b. Cost-benefit study
c. Cost-effectiveness study
d. Cost-efficiency study
B
A study used to assess the desirability of a program by examining costs and benefits is a cost benefit study.
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A. on the sternum directly between the nipples. B. just below the line between the nipples. C. on the upper half of the ribcage. D. on the xiphoid process.
You assess B.T. and find that he has diminished lung sounds with inspiratory and expiratory wheezes in all lung fields with a nonproductive cough and accessory muscle use. His skin is pale, warm and dry
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One of the best ways a LP/VN can prepare for a leadership position is to
A) maintain a strong work attendance record. B) work with culturally diverse staff and patients. C) establish strong therapeutic relationships with patients. D) completing education programs and attending workshops on leadership.
To help Mr. Thin in the above scenario, which risk factor will the nurse focus on first in teaching lifestyle modifications?
a. weight loss b. stress reduction c. smoking cessation d. food restrictions