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Chloeellawright

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The nurse often has to make resource allocation decisions. Which of the following best describes the criterion the nurse should use in such cases?
 
  a. The specific moral or ethical principle related to the situation
  b. The cheapest, most economical approach
  c. The most rational probable outcome
  d. The needs of the aggregate rather than a few individuals

Question 2

A registered nurse was just employed as a public health nurse. Which question would be the most relevant for the nurse to ask?
 
  a. Which groups are at the greatest risk for problems?
  b. Which patients should I see first as I begin my day?
  c. With which physicians will I be most closely collaborating?
  d. With which nursing assistants will I partner the most?


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alexanderhamilton

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Reply #1 on: Jul 8, 2018
Answer to Question 1

ANS: D
Although all of the choices represent components of a decision that the nurse might consider, the dominant needs of the population outweigh the expressed needs of one or a few people.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: A
Asking which groups are at greatest risk reflects a community-oriented perspective. The other possible responses reflect a focus on individuals.


Chloeellawright

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Reply 2 on: Jul 8, 2018
Thanks for the timely response, appreciate it

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Gracias!

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