A patient in a motor vehicle accident states, "I did not run the red light," despite very clear evidence on the street surveillance tape. Which defense mechanism is the patient using?

A) Denial
B) Conversion
C) Dissociation
D) Compensation

A nurse uses Maslow's hierarchy of needs to plan care for a psychotic patient. Which problem will receive priority? The patient:

A) refuses to eat or bathe.
B) reports feelings of alienation from family.
C) is reluctant to participate in unit social activities.
D) needs to be taught about medication action and side effects.

Ordered: clarithromycin 300 mg PO for 7 days,for a patient with an infection.
Available:
A)Estimated dose:
B)How many mL will the nurse prepare? DA equation:
C)Evaluation:

The _________________ is a nurse with advanced education who assists the surgeon with the surgical procedure,performing a combination of nursing and delegated medical functions and/or skills.