What are the American Nurses Association Code of Ethics and Interpretive Statements?
A) Outlines minimum levels of ethical behavior that nurses must maintain
B) Functions as a guide to the highest standards of ethical practice for nurses
C) Is a legally binding document
D) Mandates the ethical behavior prerequisite for nursing licensure
B
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Which of the following is the best example of an open-ended question/statement that would promote verbalization from an older person?
a) tell me about your major problem today b) do you have any complaints today? c) are you having any major problems? d) do you want to talk about your major complaint?
A 17-year-old soccer player presents to the pediatrician's office with an injury that resulted in the knee being struck medially while his foot was firmly planted on the ground. Based upon this information, the patient likely has experienced a:
A) Lateral collateral ligament injury B) Medial collateral ligament injury C) Anterior cruciate ligament injury D) Posterior cruciate ligament injury
A 31-year-old woman is taking methotrexate (Rheumatrex) to treat rheumatoid arthritis. Which information from the patient's health history is important for the nurse to report to the health care provider about the methotrexate?
a. The patient had a history of infectious mononucleosis as a teenager. b. The patient is trying to get pregnant before her disease becomes more severe. c. The patient has a family history of age-related macular degeneration of the retina. d. The patient has been using large doses of vitamins and health foods to treat the RA.
The nurse is caring for an older adult patient who is receiving multiple medications. When monitoring this patient for potential drug toxicity, the nurse should review which lab values closely?
a. Complete blood count and serum glucose levels b. Pancreatic enzymes and urinalysis c. Serum creatinine and liver function tests (LFTs) d. Serum lipids and electrolytes