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CNOR Practice Questions When should assistive technology be used when transfering a patient? - Correct answer When one team member is required to lift more than 35lbs of patient" "Time for surgeon to authenticate verbal orders (federal mandate, not hospital policy) - Correct answer 48 hours" "Examples of clinical alarms - Correct answer alarms on cardiac monitors anesthesia machines, ventilators (visual, auditory or both)" "Universal Protocol - Correct answer prevent wrong site...

Exam 1 test bank Chapter 7: End-of-Life Care 1. A nurse cares for a dying client. Which manifestation of dying should the nurse treat first? a. Anorexia b. Pain c. Nausea d. Hair loss Only s ymptoms that cause distress for a dying client should be treated. Such symptoms include pain, nausea and vomiting, dyspnea, and agitation. These problems interfere with the client’s comfort. Even when symptoms, such as anorexia or hair loss, disturb the family, they should be treated only if the client is ...

Exam 1 test bank Chapter 7: End-of-Life Care 1. A nurse cares for a dying client. Which manifestation of dying should the nurse treat first? a. Anorexia b. Pain c. Nausea d. Hair loss 2. A nurse plans care for a client who is nearing end of life. Which question should the nurse ask when developing this client’s plan of care? a. “Is your advance directive up to date and notarized?” b. “Do you want to be at home at the end of your life?” c. “Would you like a physical therapist to as...

The general survey begins a review of the patient’s primary health problems and evaluation of the patient’s vital signs, height and weight, general behavior, and appearance. It also provides info rmation about the patient’s illness, hygiene, skin condition, body image, and emotional state. Which of the following cannot be delegated to nursing assistive personnel? Measuring the patient’s height and weight Reporting subjective signs and symptoms Obtaining initial vital signs Monitoring I&O...

Milestone Chapter 15: Care of Intraoperative Patients (Concepts for Interprofessional Collaborative Care College Test Bank) Milestone Chapter 15: Care of Intraoperative Patients (Concepts for Interprofessional Collaborative Care College Test Bank) MULTIPLE CHOICE 1. The circulating nurse is plugging in a piece of equipment and notes that the cord is frayed. What action by the nurse is best? a. Call maintenance for repair. b. Check the machine before using. c. Get another piece of equipment. d. ...

Exam 1 test bank Chapter 7: End-of-Life Care 1. A nurse cares for a dying client. Which manifestation of dying should the nurse treat first? a. Anorexia b. Pain c. Nausea d. Hair loss 2. A nurse plans care for a client who is nearing end of life. Which question should the nurse ask when developing this client’s plan of care? a. “Is your advance directive up to date and notarized?” b. “Do you want to be at home at the end of your life?” c. “Would you like a physical therapist to as...