The setting that provides a relaxed atmosphere, decreased patient load, a primarily daytime schedule, is becoming more common, and is less costly for insurance companies is:
a. hospice.
b. adult day care.
c. home health.
d. long-term care.
Question 2A patient with a history of acute coronary syndrome is having an electrocardiogram (ECG). When interpreting the ECG for potential signs of cardiac ischemia, the nurse should focus on which of the following waveforms and intervals?
A) P wave
B) U wave
C) QT interval
D) ST segment
Question 3An older adult patient with a recent history of syncope has undergone an initial diagnostic workup that has failed to identify the cause of his fainting.
As a result, continuous electrocardiographic (ECG) monitoring (Holter monitoring) has been ordered. When initiating this diagnostic testing, what patient education should the nurse provide?
A) Record your activities in your log so that they can be cross-referenced with your ECG readings.
B) As much as possible, try to remain lying down or sitting until your Holter monitoring has been completed.
C) Avoid exposing yourself to electrical devices and appliances while you're wearing your monitor.
D) You'll need to temporarily stop taking your normal medications while you're wearing your monitor.
Question 4The nurse manager recognizes that the types of patients and associated diagnoses admitted to a care area are consistent with nationwide demographics. Which statement supports this observation?
1. Diabetes is not a significant problem in the African American community.
2. Hispanic patients have a greater incidence of obesity than Caucasian patients.
3. African American patients have a lower incidence of hypertension than Caucasian patients.
4. Female patients with chronic disorders are more self-sufficient than men with similar ailments.
Question 5The setting in which an LPN/LVN can advance to charge nurse or staff developer and management and leadership skills can be developed, is a(n):
a. acute care hospital.
b. rehabilitation hospital.
c. trauma center.
d. long-term care facility.
Question 6A 66-year-old man has presented to the emergency department with complaints of crushing chest pain. Consequently, an electrocardiogram (ECG) has been ordered stat.
Which of the following actions should the nurse prioritize when facilitating this diagnostic test?
A) Providing patient education around the role of an ECG
B) Providing reassurance to the patient's accompanying family members
C) Landmarking and placing the ECG electrodes accurately
D) Assisting the patient into a prone position to facilitate the ECG
Question 7The nurse is preparing a care plan for an older African American patient at risk for colon cancer. What should be included in the plan of care?
1. Colonoscopy every 2 years
2. Serum cancer marker testing every year
3. Flexible sigmoidoscopy testing annually
4. Fecal occult blood screening every 2 years
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