The presence of an extra chromosome that is added to a given chromosome pair is called a(n) ____________________
Fill in the blank(s) with correct word
trisomy
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The LVN/LPN is assisting the physician with a bedside procedure that requires anesthesia. While assisting, which tasks may be delegated to the LPN/LVN?
a. Locate the anesthetic for the physician. b. Explain the procedure to the patient. c. Administer IM preoperative medication. d. Inject the local anesthetic into the patient. e. Prepare IV medication.
When you see the term ‘learning disabilities’ you ______.:
a. can assume the individual will need help with washing and dressing b. should not make assumptions c. should assume that the individual will not be able to understand information about their healthcare d. will know that the individual requires a high level of support to meet their needs
Why is it important for nurses in general practice to have an awareness of forensic knowledge?
a. They may one day wish to become certi-fied in forensic nursing. b. With the increasing involvement of nurses in malpractice suits, forensic knowledge will help them win their cases. c. Nurses are often in positions to report crimes or preserve evidence. d. Forensic knowledge is a part of nursing curricula and is necessary for passing the NCLEX examination.
A patient who experiences motion sickness is about to go on a cruise. The prescriber orders transdermal scopolamine (Transderm Scop). The patient asks the nurse why an oral agent is not ordered
The nurse will explain that the transdermal preparation: a. can be applied as needed at the first sign of nausea. b. has less intense anticholinergic effects than the oral form. c. is less sedating than the oral preparation. d. provides direct effects, because it is placed close to the vestibular apparatus of the ear.