Performing a needs assessment involves many steps and is typically done with the intent of creating some sort of health intervention. The process of monitoring is considered a critical underlying step in the process of needs assessment—why?
Monitoring as a process involves active engagement during a needs assessment. One must be attuned to the implementation aspect as well as the feedback from the various stakeholders following implementation. Thus, monitoring heavily influences the evaluation process and subsequently helps define the effectiveness of the intervention. It also provides data that can be used to refine and modify interventions to improve achievement of health goals.
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A. Verbal communication B. Body language C. Neutral language D. All the above
Patients with rheumatoid arthritis typically present with which of the following laboratory test results?
A) Decreased serum levels of uric acid B) Decreased levels of rheumatoid factor and anti-cyclic citrullinated peptides C) Elevated sweat chlorides results D) Elevated levels of rheumatoid factor and anti-cyclic citrullinated peptides
Mr. Adams is 46 years old, is 5 feet 6 inches tall, and weighs 278 pounds. He has no physical complaints, but has come to the office because lately his wife has been complaining more and more about his snoring. She says it keeps her awake at night. He wonders if there is anything he can do about it, but he warns, "I won't wear one of those machine things at night!" When taking his history, you note that his tonsils were removed when he was 14. He has no allergies and does not complain of nasal congestion. He does not drink alcohol. Which of the following suggestions is most likely to help Mr. Adams with his snoring problem?
A. "A CPAP machine is a good option, and you won't mind it once you get used to it." B. "Surgery is probably the best way to relieve your snoring." C. "Take an over-the-counter sleep aid so you will sleep more soundly." D. "Losing weight is a good way to help reduce your snoring, and you'll be healthier, too." E. "Drink a glass of wine before going to bed each night."
After an adult cardiac arrest patient has been intubated by a paramedic, you are providing ventilations as your partner performs chest compressions. When ventilating the patient, you should
A. deliver 2 breaths during a brief pause in chest compressions. B. deliver each breath over 1 second at a rate of 8 to 10 breaths/min C. hyperventilate the patient to maximize carbon dioxide elimination. D. deliver each breath over 2 seconds at a rate of 12 to 15 breaths/min.