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, a. Developed and implemented by nurses
b. Used primarily in the pediatric setting
c. Specific time lines for sequencing interventions
d. One of the steps in the nursing process
ANSWER: C
Clinical pathways measure outcomes of client care and are developed by multiple healthcare
professionals. Each pathway outlines specific time lines for sequencing interventions and reflects
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interdisciplinary interventions. Clinical pathways are used in multiple settings and for clients
throughout the life span. The steps of the nursing process are assessment, diagnosis, planning,
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implementation, and evaluation.
DIF: Cognitive Level: Comprehension REF: dm 6
OBJ: Nursing Process Step: Planning MSC: Safe and Effective Care Environment
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5. When planning a parenting class, the nurse should explain that the leading cause of death in
children 1 to 4 years of age in the United States is:
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a. premature birth.
b. congenital anomalies.
c. accidental death.
d. respiratory tract illness.
ANSWER: C
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Accidents are the leading cause of death in children ages 1 to 19 years. Disorders of short
gestation and unspecified low birth weight make up one of the leading causes of death in
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neonates. One of the leading causes of infant death after the first month of life is congenital
anomalies. Respiratory tract illnesses are a major cause of morbidity in children.
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DIF: Cognitive Level: Application REF: dm 9
OBJ: Nursing Process Step: Implementation
MSC: Safe and Effective Care Environment
6. Which statement is true regarding the quality assurance or incident report?