________ is a measure of the strength, or concentration, of a drug required to produce a specific effect.
A. Toxicity
B. Affinity
C. Bioavailability
D. Potency
Answer: D
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The nurse is caring for a patient whose mother recently passed away. The patient states that she has not been able to concentrate or sleep since the funeral and is consuming increasing amounts of alcohol to get through each day
Which goal is most appropriate for this patient? a. The patient will be referred to medical social services for evaluation and counseling. b. The patient will be encouraged to describe previous stressors and coping mechanisms. c. Nursing staff support patient's coping attempts and encourage verbalization of feelings. d. The patient will use effective coping strategies with no alcohol consumption.
A patient with a history of pulmonary embolism is being worked up for a potential coagulopathy that increases the risk for clotting. The nurse understands that the provider may order a test for
a. factor VII deficiency. b. factor X deficiency. c. protein C deficiency. d. factor IX deficiency.
Compared with a quasi-experimental design, which of these characteristics should a nurse expect to see only in a true experimental design?
a. Experimental treatment b. Informed consent c. Hypotheses d. Random assignment
A novice nurse is placed in charge just after orientation ends. Which statement by the novice nurse would ensure a smooth delegation experience when delegating to an experienced staff member?
a. "You have the patients in rooms 1 to 7. These patients require little skill so you will be fine." b. "Your assignments are posted in writing by the nurses' station. Be certain all your tasks are completed so the next shift is not behind." c. "You have patients in rooms 5 through 10 and I will administer all IV medications. I will let you know if I have to adjust. If you see you need help let me know." d. "Everyone is capable of providing the best care, so please sign up for the patients you would like to be assigned to."