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Problem-solving - a process by which nurses consider an issue and attempt to find a satisfactory solution to achieve the best outcomes Five Characteristics of RNs (American Nurses Association) - Nursing Practice is individualized -Nurses coordinate care by establishing partnerships -Caring is central to the practice of the RN - plan and provide individualized care to their clients -A strong link exists between the professional work environment and the RNs ability to provide quality heal...

The client with a fractured pelvis requests that family members be allowed to stay overnight in the hospital room. Before determining whether or not this request can be honored, the nurse should consult which of the following? A: Hospital policies B: Standardized care plans C: Orthopedic protocols D: Standards of care B: Nausea The nurse assesses a postoperative client with an abdominal wound and finds the client drowsy when not aroused. The client's pain is ranked 2 on a scale of 0 to...

What should be avoided when suffering from dumping syndrome? concentrated sugars When should you consume liquids when suffering from dumping syndrome? 1 hour before or after eating What is the goal of nutrition therapy in anorexia? stimulate appetite to maintain adequate nutritional intake How should food be seasoned when suffering from anorexia? according to individual taste Should meals be large and spaced or small and frequent with anorexia? small and frequent How should liquids be...

Preferred provider organization (PPO) type of managed care plan that limits an enrollee's choice to a list of "preferred" hospitals, physicians, and providers. Medicare A federally administrated program by the Commonwealth Fund or the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services. (CMS) A funded national health insurance program for people 65 yrs or older. payment is deducted from monthly SS check. Medicaid Federally Funded, state-operated program the provides: 1) health insurance to low...

What is the purpose of a culture testIs done to identify the organism What is the purpose of a sensitivity testDetermines the sensitivity of bacteria to an antibiotic When would you perform hand hygiene? -Before and after patient care -After removing gloves -After touching body fluids and excretions -When handling contaminated items -Between patient contact, in lieu of providing a safe environment -Before procedures, preparing medications -At the beginning and end of shift -Also remind...

Accountability ONLY YOU are responsible professionally and legally for the type and quality of nursing care provided. (Chapter 1, Page 3) Caregiver one of the roles of nursing (Chapter 1, Page 3) Patient Advocate "you protect your patient's human and legal rights and provide assistance in asserting these rights if the need arises." (Chapter 1, Page 3) Communicator "...central to the nurse-patient relationship." (Chapter 1, Page 3) Advanced Practice Registered Nurses (APRN) "...t...

The recommended total calories provided by fat in an 1800-calorie diet should not exceed 630 kcals Triglycerides are composed of glycerol and fatty acids The chemical feature that distinguishes a saturated fatty acid from an unsaturated fatty acid is the amount of hydrogen it contains We have an expert-written solution to this problem! An example of a food that contains a high level of saturated fatty acids is pork sausage Most fatty acids in plant foods are unsaturated The best food...

The __________ name of a drug is not protected by a trade-mark. A. chemical B. trade C. generic C The _________ name of a drug is protected by a trade-mark. A. chemical B. trade C. generic B The __________ name describes the chemical composition of the drug. A. chemical B. trade C. generic A Drugs that inhibit clotting of blood. A. Diuretics B. Anticoagulants C. Antihistamins D. Stimulants B Drugs that reduce edema and increase urine output (rid the body of fluids). A. Diur...

What is a Registered Dietitian? A professionally trained and educated (person) in dietetics What is nutrition? Nourishment, the food we eat and how the body uses it What are the signs of good nutrition? Well developed body Good muscle development Clear eyes Smooth skin Good posture Glossy hair Alert Ideal weight for body composition (ration of muscle mass to height) Positive outlook Resists infections Normal appetite Digestion & Elimination Extended years of normal functioning ...

What is the initial goal of the patient interview? Find out the patient's major complaints, performs a physical examination, and determine the patient's overall health status. When/how often do you assess patients during your shift? After the admission assessment, each patient should be visited and assessed during the first hour of each shift. Perform a head-to-toe examination, which should take about 10 minutes. What is NANDA-I? North American Nursing Diagnosis Association-Internationa...