California was the first state to mandate nurse-to-patient _____.
a. staffing plans c. staffing patterns
b. staffing ratios d. staffing departments
Question 2
While working as the charge nurse on the 7 p.m. to 7 a.m. shift, the nurse overhears the UAP speaking harshly to Mr. Hernandez, who has an expressive aphasia and a left hemiparesis from a stroke.
When the UAP leaves the room, the nurse decides to speak with her. Which of the following would be the most appropriate approach?
A) I have decided to change your assignment from Mr. Hernandez to Mrs. Hopkins
B) I am concerned because it sounded to me as though you might be losing patience with Mr. Hernandez
C) You need to watch your tone of voice as it sounded very harsh
D) Perhaps you need to consider attending a training session on communication skills
A clouded leopard at the Feline Conservation Center, Rosamond, California
Patient education
Patient teaching: vascular assessment
Muscle weakness caused by myasthenia gravis is evident in the eyes of this patient.
Nurse using a stethoscope