If a patient says an area is "sore," it is safe to assume that she is not having pain.
Answer the following statement true (T) or false (F)
False
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The nurse is performing an examination of a patient's ears. Which of the following findings needs immediate referral to a specialist?
a. purulent drainage from the ear b. cerebrospinal fluid leaking from the ear c. an ear that is permanently swollen and deformed resembling a "cauliflower" d. pain or tenderness of the auricle of an ear
The Baldrige National Quality Award (BNQA) establishes a set of performance standards that define a total quality organization. The standards in areas of excellence include (select all that apply):
a. leadership. b. strategic planning. c. environment of care. d. human resource focus. e. medication management.
Identify the two most important ethical issues that surround clients infected with HIV and those who have AIDS
a. Confidentiality and right to care b. Self-determination and distributive justice c. Veracity and informed consent d. Fidelity and option rights
The nurse working in the clinic includes an adolescent history in every client intake interview. Which issue should the nurse address when the parents are not present?
1. Possible domestic violence 2. Teen job responsibilities 3. Activities that are done as a family 4. The adolescent's role in the family