A nurse has admitted to having a serious chemical dependency after being caught taking narcotics home from work. If this nurse's license is to be suspended or revoked, what process must take place?
A) An application must be made to the US Department of Health and Human Services by the employer
B) A committee of the nurse's peers and coworkers must convene
C) The nurse must be charged with an offence and found guilty in a court of law
D) A hearing must be held at the state board of nursing
D
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A) Red wine B) Nausea C) Menstruation D) Exposure to bright light E) Change in environmental temperature F) Prolonged positioning
Risk factors for the development of pneumonia include which of the following?
a. advanced age and immobility b. children under age 10 with chronic conditions such as cystic fibrosis c. dehydration and enteral feedings d. hospitalization for another diagnosis
Which syringe would be used to administer 0.9 mL?
A. insulin safety B. 1 mL tuberculin C. 3 mL standard D. large capacity
An upset mother calls the school nurse and says, "How dare you say my child has lice? My child is clean and I keep a clean house! You've obviously made an error." Which of the following would be the best response by the nurse?
a. "I'm sorry you're upset, but your child cannot return to school until this problem is addressed." b. "Most lice are found in clean hair. Children often share combs. Let me tell you how to fix the problem." c. "You may have been traveling. Lice are often found in motels." d. "I'm sure you're correct; one of my volunteers probably made an error. I'll recheck."