Which of these terms refers to behavioral changes in functional abilities and skills?
a. adaptation c. growth
b. development d. maturation
B
Development refers to behavioral changes in functional abilities and skills that are qualitative in nature.
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The health care provider has ordered continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP) with the delivery of oxygenation. The patient asks the nurse what the benefit of CPAP is. What would be the nurse's best response?
A) CPAP allows a higher percentage of oxygen to be used B) CPAP prevents the collapse of the patient's airway C) CPAP eliminates the need for oxygen supplementation during the day D) CPAP alters alveolar perfusion
Which strategy would promote a high rate of success on the National Council Licensure Examination for Registered Nurses (NCLEX-RN®) examination?
a. Since the exam is time limited, skip questions when unsure of the answer and return later if time permits. b. Work quickly through the exam to answer as many questions as possible. c. Mark questions that may need to have the answer reviewed to make it possible to quickly go back and make change after answering all questions. d. Read the entire question and all possible answer options before selecting an answer.
The physician's order does not include why a medication is to be given. The healthcare provider administering the medication will not be able to fulfill which "right" of medication administration without clarifying the order?
A. right documentation B. right to know C. right reason D. right drug
The nurse in the medical department is preparing to administer Humalog insulin to a client with Type I DM. Which intervention should the nurse implement?
a) Ensure the client is wearing a MedicAlert bracelet b) Administer the dose according to the regular insulin sliding scale c) Assess the client for hypoglycemia in 2 to 4 hours after administration d) Make sure the client eats the food on the meal tray that is at the bedside