A graduate nurse takes a new job and meets many nurses who are very knowledgeable and experienced. After one week at the new job, the graduate nurse realizes how much he or she learned.  What does this demonstrate?

A nurse is admitting a patient with a history of heart disease. The patient has SOB, blood pressure 180/120, respiratory rate of 24, and a labored breathing pattern. How should the nurse classify the phase of illness?  

A patient wants to remain at home yet still receive health care services for an ulceration on the left foot because he is homebound.  What option should the nurse suggest based on stated concern?

Which of the following are examples of communication blocks?

Which of the following is considered subjective data? (Select all that apply)

A nurse is observing nurses in a medical unit providing care to assigned patients.  Which observations indicate prejudicial behavior?

Which action is part of the assessment phase of the nursing process?

What is the primary purpose of a Nurse Practice Act (NPA)?

What might be the outcome if you delegate a task to an assistant or certified nursing assistant (CNA) that is not within their scope of practice?

A patient calls the family clinic stating that he has Medicaid coverage, is visiting with his family, lives out of state, and needs to see a health care provider (HCP).  Which information should the nurse provide to the patient regarding insurance coverage?