A patient is at risk for aspiration.What nursing action is most appropriate?

A) Hold the patient's cup for him so he can concentrate on taking pills.
B) Thin out liquids so they are easier to swallow.
C) Give the patient a straw to control the flow of liquids.
D) Have the patient self-administer the medication.

A nurse talks with the caregiver of a combat veteran diagnosed with severe traumatic brain injuries. The caregiver says, "I don't know how much longer I can do it. My whole life is consumed with taking care of my partner." Select the nurse's best response.

A) "How are you taking care of yourself?"
B) "Let's review your partner's diagnostic results."
C) "I have some web-based programs for you to visit."
D) "Your partner is lucky to have someone so devoted."

Which of the following denotes a substance that is produced in one part of the body that enters into the blood circulation, travels to and stimulates target cells, and exerts specific effects?

A) Hormone
B) Neuron
C) Erythrocyte
D) Lymph

When something can be changed or manipulated during an experiment or intervention it is defined as a:

A) Construct
B) Theory
C) Treatment
D) Variable