What is the primary responsibility of the Rules Committee?
a. Schedule bills and determine how much time will be spent on debate.
b. Oversee the whole legislative process to prevent errors in a bill's development.
c. Decide whether a bill may be reported out favorably or killed.
d. Establish the guidelines for the progres-sion of the bill through a committee.
What is the most important consequence of the ANA Position Paper on Education for Nurses?
a. Increased numbers of associate degree programs
b. Large numbers of students graduating with baccalaureate degrees in nursing
c. Resistance to the proposal by hospitals and diploma nursing programs
d. Demand for a clear distinction between technical and professional nursing pro-grams
During the assessment of a 35-week gestation client admitted to the obstetrics unit in active labor, the nurse notes the following: estimated fetal weight less than 2500 grams; membranes ruptured 12 hours ago; blood type AB negative; positive rubella
titer; positive vaginal culture for Group B streptococcus; current vital signs: T 99.2F, P 104, R 26, B/P 128/88 . Identify the most appro-priate action by the nurse at this time.
a. Administer a MMR vaccine.
b. Call the on-call pediatrician to warn him about a premature infant delivery.
c. Order a type and cross-match for two units of blood.
d. Administer an ordered IV antibiotic.
What is the least effective measure for nurses to use to maintain an internal state of balance and prevent burnout?
a. Use multitasking at work
b. Take time to feed their spirits
c. Use periodic retreats
d. Play basketball