An informal group of patients discuss their perceptions of nursing care. Which comment best indicates a patient's perception that his or her nurse is caring?

A) "My nurse always asks me which type of juice I want to help me swallow my medication."
B) "My nurse explained my treatment plan to me and asked for my ideas about how to make it better."
C) "My nurse told me that if I take all the medicines the doctor prescribes I will get discharged soon."
D) "My nurse spends time listening to me talk about my problems. That helps me feel like I'm not alone."

A 42-year-old client has a rectal temperature reading of 39.2°C (102.6°F) .Her blood pressure has decreased from 124/76 to 118/70 since taken 4 hours earlier.Her pulse rate has increased from 68 to 78.The nurse's initial best action is to:

A) Document the vital signs and continue with her assessment
B) Contact the provider immediately due to the alarming changes in the vital signs
C) Obtain a pulmonary artery temperature reading before initiating any type of treatment
D) Ask the NAP to obtain another set of vital signs in 4 hours

Which of the following best describes the legal definition of a nurse? Assume all education programs are accredited.

A) Graduate of a nursing education program and has passed the National Council Licensure Exam
B) Person with advanced training and certified to administer medications in most healthcare settings
C) Graduate licensed to practice in an acute care setting or a home care environment
D) Graduate with advanced education licensed to practice under the direct supervision of a physician

Which of the following is a contributing factor to the shortage of nurses in Canada?

A) Increased birth rate,which creates a greater demand for nursing services.
B) New technology,which replaces nurses at the bedside.
C) Fewer people wishing to practise as nurses because health trends are focusing on natural and alternative therapies.
D) Retirement of a large percentage of nurses.

The ________ is located between the middle ear and the throat and serves to equalize pressure on both sides of the eardrum.

A) eustachian tube
B) tympanic membrane
C) auditory canal
D) oval window