The major physiologic stimulus for thirst is:

a. Polyuria
b. Hyponatremia
c. Hypovolemia
d. Hypoglycemia


Answer: c. Hypovoemia

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The client who has been ordered to have trough levels of a drug should have a blood sample drawn at which time?

a. Immediately before giving the drug b. Immediately after giving the drug c. One-half hour after giving an IV drug d. Halfway between doses

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Which of the following is the traditional signature used by student nurses when they document nursing care?

1. student's first initial and last name, followed by Student Nurse 2. student's first initial and last name, followed by SN 3. student's full name, followed by Student Nurse 4. none; the nursing instructor signs student's charting

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Which is the primary purpose for the documentation of a rapid assessment? Select all that apply.

A. Establish a baseline for ongoing care. B. Prioritize nursing interventions. C. Create a care plan for the client. D. Communication tool for the client's condition. E. Prioritize nursing actions.

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Factors that have served to produce the current nursing shortage in the United States include all of the following except

1. Heavy workloads and inadequate staffing. 2. Increasing age of the general population and growing need for long-term management of chronic diseases. 3. Perceived lack of opportunity for job placement and advancement. 4. Relatively low wages.

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