Mrs.Farron is a 65-year-old who has recently been diagnosed with depression.What explanation can the nurse provide her about how exercise can improve long-term symptoms of depression?

A) Increases levels of endorphins
B) Creates a diversion from reason for depression
C) Limits endogenous opioids
D) Decreases harmful effects of serotonin

A small amount of mercury was spilled on the floor after an old sphygmomanometer was broken.What is the priority action of the nurse?

A) Disinfect the area with a solution of chlorine bleach.
B) Contact the housekeeping staff to mop up the liquid.
C) Wipe up the liquid using paper towels and nitrile gloves.
D) Consult the agency's materials safety data sheets (MSDS) .

The nurse developed a care plan for a patient to help prevent Impaired Skin Integrity.The nurse ensured the nursing assistive personnel changed the patient's position every 2 hours.In the evaluation phase of the nursing process,which would the nurse do first?

A) Determine whether she has gathered enough assessment data.
B) Judge whether the interventions achieved the stated outcomes.
C) Follow up to verify that care for the nursing diagnosis was given.
D) Decide whether the nursing diagnosis was accurate for the patient's condition.