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notis · **on:** Jul 22, 2018

Beginning with Florence Nightingale, many definitions of nursing have been put forth by individual nurses and by nursing organizations. Which of the following statements best describes an aspect of the changes in these definitions over time?

A) Drawing a clear distinction between the art of nursing and science of nursing
B) Definitions of nursing that have become narrower in scope over time
C) Characterization of nursing as a discipline that is a distinct alternative to medical treatment
D) Definition of an independent health care practice that is not solely dependent on physicians

Question 2

A nurse is caring for an asthmatic client who requires a low flow and low concentration of oxygen. Which of the following delivery devices should the nurse use in order to administer oxygen to the client?

A) Simple mask
B) Nasal cannula
C) Face tent
D) Nonrebreather mask

LP · **Reply #1 on:** Jul 22, 2018

Answer to Question 1

D
Feedback:
The most recent definitions of nursing specify that nursing has an independent area of practice in addition to traditional dependent and interdependent functions involving physicians. This does not mean, however, that nursing is an alternative to medical treatment. Definitions have become broader over time and address the fact that nursing combines art with science.

Answer to Question 2

B
Feedback:
The nurse should use a nasal cannula to administer oxygen to an asthmatic client who requires a low concentration of oxygen. A nasal cannula is a hollow tube with half-inch prongs placed into the client's nostrils. It is used for administering a low concentration of oxygen to clients who are not extremely hypoxic and are diagnosed with chronic lung disease. A simple mask allows the administration of higher levels of oxygen than a cannula. A face tent is used for clients with facial trauma and burns. Nonrebreather masks are used for clients requiring a high concentration of oxygen and are critically ill.