Microscopic evaluation of a Masson trichrome reveals that the connective tissue is staining a faded blue instead of the expected crisp bright blue color. What can be done to prevent this from happening again?

Formalin pigment is identified in a section of spleen. This pigmentation can be removed by treating the sections with:

What microtomy problem is presented by the photograph? 1(1).jpg 

 Which nursing statement best describes the current nature of mental health care in the community?

An American Indian male is admitted to the emergency department with an ulcerated toe secondary to uncontrolled diabetes mellitus. The client refuses to talk to a physician unless a shaman is present. Which nursing action is best?

 A client is newly admitted to an inpatient psychiatric unit. Which of the following is the most critical assessment when determining risk for suicide?

A client in the inpatient unit tells a student nurse, “My life has no purpose. I can’t think about living another day, but please don’t tell anyone about the way I feel. I know you are obligated to protect my confidentiality.” Which is the most appropriate reply by the student nurse?

Which client would the nurse identify as highest risk for suicide?

 A suicidal client says to a nurse, “There’s nothing to live for anymore.” Which is the best nursing reply?

An individual comes to an emergency department with a broken nose and multiple bruises after being beaten by her spouse. She states, “The beatings have been getting worse, and I’m afraid that next time he might kill me.” Which reply by the nurse is appropriate?