A nurse is conducting a literature review on the evidence regarding the use of vacuum dressings on stage IV pressure ulcers
After locating a recent study that appears to be relevant, which of the following questions would the nurse consider first when critically appraising the study?
A) "Are the findings of this study cost-effective in our clinical context?"
B) "How would the implementation of this intervention affect our staffing needs?"
C) "Were the patients in the study similar to the patients on my unit?"
D) "Are the findings of the study significantly different from what we are currently doing on the unit?
C
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History reveals she virtually stopped eating 5 months ago and has lost 25% of her body weight. Lab tests reveal hypokalemia. On the basis of what is currently known about the client, the nursing diagnosis that can be established is a. adult failure to thrive related to abuse of laxatives, as evidenced by electrolyte imbalances. b. disturbed energy field related to physical exertion in excess of energy produced through caloric intake, as evidenced by weight loss. c. ineffective health maintenance related to self-induced vomiting, as evidenced by swollen parotid glands. d. imbalanced nutrition: less than body requirements related to refusal to eat, as evidenced by loss of 25% of body weight.
A client with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease visits a local long-term care facility once a week to lead a bingo game for the residents. How does the LPN determine that this client is achieving a high level of wellness?
A) The client enjoys the activity that she provides to the clients. B) The client finds satisfaction in socialization with the residents. C) The client is achieving a high quality of life within the limits of her illness. D) The client needs to feel a part of a group setting.
Mr. J is complaining of wheezing and tightness in his chest that started 1 hour ago. The type of health history most appropriate in this situation is the ____________________ health history
Fill in the blank(s) with correct word
A patient with foot problems is diagnosed with Charcot-Marie-Tooth disease. What manifestation would you expect the patient to manifest with Charcot-Marie-Tooth disease?
A) Pes cavus B) Hallux valgus C) Morton's neuroma D) Onychocryptosis