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Question 1 of 5

When differentiating between slander and libel, the nurse knows that libel:

A. results from defamation caused by subjective comments written in the nurse's notes.

B. results from negative subjective comments made to those who are not providing care.

C. occurs when the nurse verbally describes to the oncoming nurse assigned to the client objective data that place the client in a negative light.

D. consists of repeating prejudiced comments made by the primary caregiver to a neighbor at the local supermarket.

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: results from defamation caused by subjective comments written in the nurse's notes.

Question 2 of 5

When deciding which staffing option to use on a nursing unit that will open soon, the manager realizes that:

A. continuity of care is enhanced and errors are reduced when nurses provide care over longer shifts and consecutive workdays, such as 12-hour shifts on 3 consecutive days per week.

B. the use of part-time nurses provides the variability needed to meet diverse patient needs.

C. satisfaction of the staff equates to satisfaction of patients.

D. nurses provide the same level of care, regardless of the work environment.

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: continuity of care is enhanced and errors are reduced when nurses provide care over longer shifts and consecutive workdays, such as 12-hour shifts on 3 consecutive days per week.

Question 3 of 5

A student nurse assigned to work with the charge nurse is given the opportunity to help revise the nursing assessment form. She receives several compliments from management and her nursing instructor for her creative suggestions. The student nurse enjoys the project and attention she is receiving and begins to prolong the conclusion of the project. Although she constantly adds new information, she filters this out slowly to others. The student nurse is subject to the time management obstacle of:

A. need for perfection.

B. fear of losing creativity.

C. unclear goals.

D. fear of completion.

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: fear of completion.

Question 4 of 5

As a patient's condition moves toward their impending death, which nursing intervention demonstrates how the focus of palliative care change?

A. The patient is encouraged to discuss their spiritual needs.

B. The patient is educated concerning the physical changes associated with the dying process.

C. The patient's advance care plan is formulated and implemented.

D. The patient's comfort needs are identified.

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: The patient's comfort needs are identified.

Question 5 of 5

If a nurse applies Nightingale's theory to current practice, the nurse's first step will be to evaluate the hospital room's air quality and, second, to:

A. make certain that the volume of the television is not too loud.

B. consult the dietitian to check that essential nutrients are added to meet requirements noted on MyPyramid.

C. ask the client's family to bring family photographs and bright-colored throws for the bed.

D. arrange for the client to go outside, weather permitting, while keeping the room's window blinds open.

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: arrange for the client to go outside, weather permitting, while keeping the room's window blinds open.

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