Author Question: The nurse noted that 15 people became very ill while eating at the school banquet for the basketball ... (Read 38 times)

maegan_martin · **on:** Jul 8, 2018

The nurse noted that 15 people became very ill while eating at the school banquet for the basketball team. To calculate the rate of illness, what other fact does the nurse need?

A. How many athletes were honored for being on the team
B. How many parents and family members attended the banquet
C. How many people ate at the banquet
D. What foods were served at the banquet
E. Who prepared and served the food at the banquet

Question 2

The new nurse was orienting and following the assigned mentor throughout the day when an 86-year-old gentleman was admitted to the home care agency for posthospitalization care.

The mentor stressed the importance of asking if the gentleman had a durable power of attorney. Why would the mentor want this question answered?

A. Agencies are required by law to ask if such a document exists.
B. At age 86, he may not be capable of making his own decisions much longer.
C. If the 86-year-old becomes confused, the nurse will know which family member to ask for a decision about his care.
D. The information will tell the nurse if resuscitation should be given.