A person's core temperature is considered the most accurate since it is:

A) reflective of the surrounding environment.
B) the same for everyone.
C) controlled by the hypothalamus.
D) independent of external influences.

The nursing unit staff has used evidence-based practice to implement a practice change.What is the next step in the process the nursing staff should implement?

A) Review literature.
B) Engage companies.
C) Measure outcomes.
D) Ask a clinical question.

A patient reports, "Nearly every night I awaken feeling frightened after a bad dream. The dream usually involves being hunted by people trying to hurt me. It usually happens between 4 and 5 AM." The nurse assesses this disorder as most consistent with criteria for which problem?

A) Sleep deprivation
B) Nightmare disorder
C) Night terror disorder
D) REM sleep behavior disorder

Documentation in a patient's chart shows, "Throughout a 5-minute interaction, patient fidgeted and tapped left foot, periodically covered face with hands, and looked under chair while stating, 'I enjoy spending time with you.'" Which analysis is most accurate?

A) The patient is giving positive feedback about the nurse's communication techniques.
B) The nurse is viewing the patient's behavior through a cultural filter.
C) The patient's verbal and nonverbal messages are incongruent.
D) The patient is demonstrating psychotic behaviors.

The nurse is assessing a postoperative patient with a history of obstructive sleep apnea for airway obstruction. Which assessment finding will $\mathbf{best}$ alert the nurse to this complication?

A) Drop in pulse oximetry readings
B) Moaning with reports of pain
C) Shallow respirations
D) Disorientation

Which differentiates a nursing diagnosis from a medical diagnosis?

A) Terminology for the client's disease or injury
B) A part of the client's medical diagnosis
C) The client's presenting signs and symptoms
D) A client's response to a health problem

The nurse is planning care for a 12-year-old female patient who needs a Foley catheter inserted.It is most important for the nurse to use a catheter of which size French (Fr) ?

A) 5 to 6 Fr
B) 8 to 10 Fr
C) 12 Fr
D) 14 to 16 Fr