When preparing a plan of care, the nurse uses skillful reasoning and logical thought to determine the merits of an action. Which action is the nurse performing?  

The nurse with strong critical thinking skills accepts information and questions what source?  

A student who has a learning style of an auditory learner would benefit from asking the instructor to record their lectures.

Which patient would be appropriately transferred to an assisted living facility by the nurse?  

A nurse reviews the purpose and functions of a skilled nursing facility (SNF) with a new nurse colleague. Which statement by the new nurse indicates that additional teaching about an SNF is required?

Becky has been placed on an ADA (American Diabetes Association) diet. Which staff member would be the best to assist Becky in making right choices to maintain healthy blood sugars?   

The nurse talks to the nurse manager to suggest making changes to the way a procedure is performed, and the manager asks whether this change is evidence-based. What does the manager mean by evidence-based?  

A client tells you that he has a follow up appointment in 2 weeks via Telehealth. The nurse would expect this appointment to occur:  

The nurse is caring for a patient who is receiving home health care. How can the nurse best advocate for this client?   

The increasing use of licensed practical nurses (LPNs) in management positions, especially in long-term facilities, is an example of which concept?