The patient who is allowed to take a tub bath should be told the maximum length of time to remain in ...

The patient who is allowed to take a tub bath should be told the maximum length of time to remain in the water is:
 
  a. 5 to 10 minutes.
  b. 10 to 20 minutes.
  c. 20 to 30 minutes.
  d. 30 to 40 minutes.

Question 2

When the nurse performs hand hygiene and uses sterile supplies, the patient's:
 
  a. hospital stay is shortened.
  b. sense of self-worth is improved.
  c. risk of infection is reduced.
  d. nursing care needed is reduced.

Question 3

When the nurse discovers a reddened area over a patient's hip, the first intervention should be to:
 
  a. cover the area with an occlusive dressing.
  b. apply mild ointment with a cotton-tipped applicator.
  c. press the area gently to assess for blanching.
  d. rub gently to increase circulation.

Question 4

When assessing a child for classical signs of meningeal irritation, the nurse records:
 
  a. positive Kernig's sign, diarrhea, and headache.
  b. negative Brudzinski's sign, positive Kernig's sign, and irritability.
  c. positive Brudzinski's and Kernig's signs and photophobia.
  d. negative Kernig's sign, vomiting, and fever.

Question 5

The nurse who diligently works for the protection of patients' interests is functioning in the role of:
 
  a. caregiver.
  b. health care administrator.
  c. advocate.
  d. health care evaluator.

Question 6

When teaching personal hygiene, the nurse teaches the patient that no matter how minimal, an important component is:
 
  a. nursing care.
  b. independence.
  c. repetition.
  d. performance.

Question 7

Any health care condition that requires diagnostic, therapeutic, or educational actions is known as a ______________.
 
  Fill in the blank(s) with correct word