The new nurse correctly defines a law when stating which information?

A) "Law is a fundamental concept for health care professionals."
B) "Law's rule is developed by the employee's organization."
C) "Law's rule is enacted by a government agency that defines what must be done in a given circumstance."
D) "Law is a mandate from the Joint Commission or other accrediting agency."

Some patients may have allergies,or more commonly,sensitivities to the adhesive used to affix the leads.In these cases,_____________ are available from various manufacturers.

The nurse is conducting an interview with a woman who has recently learned that she is pregnant and who has come to the clinic today to begin prenatal care. The woman states that she and her husband are excited about the pregnancy but have a few questions. She looks nervously at her hands during the interview and sighs loudly. Considering the concept of communication, which statement does the nurse know to be most accurate when describing this woman?

A) Excited about her pregnancy but nervous about the labor
B) Exhibiting verbal and nonverbal behaviors that do not match
C) Excited about her pregnancy, but her husband is not and this is upsetting to her
D) Not excited about her pregnancy but believes the nurse will negatively respond to her if she states this

An adolescent has been diagnosed with lactose maldigestion intolerance. The nurse teaches the adolescent about lactose maldigestion intolerance and notes the teen needs further teaching if which statement is made?

A) "I will limit my milk consumption to one to two glasses a day."
B) "I should drink the milk alone and not with other foods."
C) "Hard cheese, cottage cheese, or yogurt can be substituted for milk."
D) "I will take a calcium supplement daily."