There is limited evidence-based research, studies suggest that long-term outcomes of children with autism are improved with early identification and treatment. Using your knowledge of screening tools, community
health nurses should recognize that one of the most valid indicators of autism is concern from the parents about developmental delays in what age group?
A) Infants
B) Toddlers
C) Preschool-age children
D) School-age children
A
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Which is the most powerful factor in encouraging adoption of the attitudes and behaviors that characterize professionalism in nursing?
A) Employment opportunities B) Licensure requirements C) Interaction with peers D) Specialized training
Which of the following interventions are best for preventing sensory deficit for a resident in a long-term care facility? Select all that apply
a. Talk to the patient as you provide care. b. Incorporate touch when providing care. c. Turn on bright, fluorescent light for reading. d. Encourage waiting to drink water until after the meal. e. Offer spicy seasoning for the resident to use on food.
A home care nurse is employed by a proprietary agency. What does this mean?
a. The agency is exempt from federal income taxes. b. The agency is governed by a board of di-rectors. c. The agency is a profit-making agency. d. The agency is reimbursed primarily by tax funds.
When teaching the orientation portion of a psychiatric nursing course, which statement would the instructor be most likely to make to the students?
a. "There is one approved theoretical framework for psychiatric nursing practice.". b. "Psychiatric nursing has yet to be recognized as a core mental health discipline.". c. "Contemporary practice of psychiatric nursing is primarily focused on inpatient care.". d. "The psychiatric nursing patient may be an individual, a family, a group, or even a community.".