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1. Which of the following is a therapeutic response to a patient in depression when he says, "Don't waste your time with me." a. "Just call me when you are okey." b. “I’ll stay with you for a while." c. "Why did you say that?" d. " Can you manage alone?" 2. Which of the following nursing intervention would be most appropriate for a patient with bipolar disorder in Manic stage? a. restraints b. Ensure safety c. Frequently reminding patient of things he should not do. d. D...

1. What is a nursing program considered when certified by a state agency? a. Accredited b. Approved c. Provisional d. Exemplified ANS: B Approved means certified by a state agency for having met minimum standards; accredited means certified by the NLN for having met more complex standards. Provisional and exemplified are not terms used in regard to nursing program certification. DIF: Cognitive Level: Knowledge REF: 10 OBJ: 5 TOP: Nursing programs KEY: Nursing Process Step: N/A MSC:...

1. Sarah, a 42-year-old female, requests a prescription for an anorexiant to treat her obesity. A trial of phentermine is prescribed. Prescribing precautions include: A.Understanding that obesity is a contraindication to prescribing phentermine B. Anorexiants may cause tolerance and should only be prescribed for 6 months C. Patients should be monitored for postural hypotension D. Renal function should be monitored closely while on anorexiants ANS: B PTS: 1

1. Which statement accurately describes the primary purpose of the state nurse practice act (NPA)? a. To test and license LPN/LVNs. b. To define the scope of LPN/LVN practice. c. To improve the quality of care provided by the LPN/LVN. d. To limit the LPN/LVN employment placement. ANS: B While improving quality of care provided by the LPN/LVN may be a result of the NPA, the primary purpose of the NPA of each state defines the scope of nursing practice in that state. PTS: 1 DIF: Cognitive ...

Question 1 2 / 2 pts Which of the following laboratory results meets criteria for diagnosis of diabetes? random blood glucose greater than 126 mg/dL with classic symptoms of hyperglycemia positive urine ketones Correct! random glucose greater than 200 mg/dL with classic symptoms of hyperglycemia Hgb A1C 6.4% The criterion for the diagnosis of diabetes is either two fasting blood glucose readings with results greater than or equal to 126 mg/dL or a random blood glucose reading greater t...

CAM (Complementary & Alternative Medicine) a. What is Complementary? i. “In addition to…” modern medicine b. What is Alternative? i. “Instead of…” modern medicine c. Define “Chi” i. Chinese life force that provides warmth and protection from illness and injury. d. Reiki i. Use of hands to correct energy fields/chakras. Energy flows from universe into patient. Can help increase WBC and RBC production. Realignment of energy flow. e. Ayurveda i. Indian medicine. Preventiv...

The United States ranks 50th in the world for maternal mortality and 41st among industrialized nations for infant mortality rate. When developing programs to assist in decreasing these rates, which factor would most likely need to be addressed as having the greatest impact? A ) Resolving all language and cultural differences B ) Assuring early and adequate prenatal care C ) Providing more extensive womens shelters D ) Encouraging all women to eat a balanced diet

Chapter 1 Cellular Function 1. The nucleus _________, which is essential for function and survival of the cell. A) is the site of protein synthesis B) contains the genetic code C) transforms cellular energy D) initiates aerobic metabolism

Note: Log in to the course to view activities, videos, and presentations. Course Description Advanced practice nurses perform comprehensive health assessments in a variety of settings. Advanced health assessment integrates the health history, physical, and psychological changes and psychosocial variations. The assessment is used to determine health and risk status, develop health promotion strategies, and establish priorities of care. Differences between a complete health history and a hi...

1. Calcium supplement for osteoporosis--why would they have flank pain 2. A nurse is preparing to administer a dose of lactulose to a client who has cirrhosis. The client states, "I don't need this medication. I am not constipated." The nurse should explain that in clients who have cirrhosis, lactulose is used to decrease levels of which of the following components in the bloodstream? a. Glucose b. Ammonia i. Rationale: Lactulose, a disaccharide, is a sugar that works as an osmotic di...