05 Oct A nurse sees the “big picture” regarding multiple aspects of care. He or she begins evaluating projects with a clinical information committee at his or her hospital system.

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A nurse sees the “big picture” regarding multiple aspects of care. He or she begins evaluating projects with a clinical information committee at his or her hospital system. They focus on how the project will interoperate with many departments at the hospital. This is best...

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05 Oct Which of the following is defined as the conscientious, explicit, and judicious use of current best research-based evidence when making decisions about the care of individual patients?

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Which of the following is defined as the conscientious, explicit, and judicious use of current best research-based evidence when making decisions about the care of individual patients?     Current best evidence     Nursing research     Research theory     Evidence-based practice   Question 2Which of the following is defined as systematic inquiry...

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05 Oct Which of the following scenarios is an example of patient engagement?

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Which of the following scenarios is an example of patient engagement?     APRN prescribing the lowest effective dose of medication     Patient maintaining follow-up appointments     Physical therapy     Coaching about weight loss   Question 2Which of the following is an example of patient guidance?     Patient taking medications as prescribed     Education...

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05 Oct Which of the following is the most essential component to lead clinical staff and programs effectively as an advanced practice registered nurse?

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Which of the following is the most essential component to lead clinical staff and programs effectively as an advanced practice registered nurse?   Correct!     Clinical credibility     Years of experience     Age     Appropriate education   Question 2An APRN evaluates and modifies his or her clinical practice routines by reading and following...

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05 Oct In 1990, Cooper and Sparacino postulate than an APRN’s maximum potential may not be attained until:

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In 1990, Cooper and Sparacino postulate than an APRN’s maximum potential may not be attained until:     After 1 year     After 3 years     After 5 years     After 7 years   Question 2An NP student is performing a thorough neurologic examination for the first time in the clinical setting....

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05 Oct There are many ethical and moral decisions to be made when drugs are available in a health care facility.

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There are many ethical and moral decisions to be made when drugs are available in a health care facility. As a department manager, develop a set of procedures and protocols regarding the handling, storing, and monitoring of drugs. Be sure to include generic drugs, controlled...

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05 Oct Identify the regulations concerning venipuncture, drug administration, and IV medication and how these standards in your field.

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Identify the regulations concerning venipuncture, drug administration, and IV medication and how these standards in your field.   Explain the repercussions that could arise from violating these standards.   What are the responsibilities of a person in your health care position during a code arrest?   Discuss the repercussions that could...

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05 Oct Classifying Drugs

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Classifying Drugs Using the text and the Internet, such as the PDR website, classify each of the following drugs and include a generic name, if possible. Also, list the clinical usage of each and the adverse effects that could arise.   Use the Classifying Drugs Template when completing...

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05 Oct Why are drugs classified in the categories they are?

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Why are drugs classified in the categories they are?   Give a description of the actions of drugs in each category.   What is chemotherapy and which diseases are treated this way?   Give examples of how contrast media are used to produce an image.   Compare ionic and non-ionic contrast media.   APA format...

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05 Oct Which dosage forms are most appropriate for administering drugs to pediatric patients? Adults?

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Which dosage forms are most appropriate for administering drugs to pediatric patients? Adults?   What are the processes involved in disintegration and dissolution?   Give a definition of pharmacokinetics.   Examine the processes of absorption, distribution, metabolism, and excretion, and explain why they occur in this order.   What determines the absorption ability...

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