How might the absence of knowledge of the underpinning theories and philosophies of research affect nursing and midwifery research?
What will be an ideal response?
An under developed research knowledge base can lead to poor conceptualisation, lac of rigour and implementation of research that does not contribute to knowledge and practice.
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It would be inaccurate to state that the brain structure in people with schizophrenia:
1. Shows changes in the frontotemporal cortical gray matter. 2. Shows changes in the hippocampal area. 3. Shows changes in the parietal area. 4. Is different from those without schizophrenia.
The client ambulates with two axillary crutches and the nurse notes that the client's weight is resting on the axilla. Which should the nurse do to prevent client injury?
1. Document that the client is uses the crutches properly. 2. Encourage client to minimize the weight on the axilla. 3. Fit the client for crutches while the client wears shoes. 4. Increase the layer of padding to the top of the crutches.
Which term describes a way to organize and chart patient progress?
A. MAR B. POMR C. PRN D. SOAP
A nurse is inspecting the skin of a patient who has had skin problems after multiple piercings. How will the nurse recognize the characteristics of keloids?
a. Roughened and thickened scales involving flexor surfaces b. Hypertrophic scarring extending beyond the original wound edges c. Thin, fibrous tissue replacing normal skin following injury d. Loss of the epidermal layer, creating a hollowed-out or crusted area