Answer to Question 1
D
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A It is not true that an order for a restraint may be implemented indefinitely until it is no longer required by the patient. A physician's order for restraints must have a limited time frame. If the orders are renewed, this should be done within a specified time frame according to the agency's policy.
B Restraints are not to be ordered prn (as needed).
C The use of restraints must be part of the patient's medical treatment and must be ordered according to provincial or territorial legislation and agency policy. In some settings, physicians and nurses may order restraints.
D Restraints must be periodically removed, and the nurse must assess the patient to determine if the restraints continue to be needed.
Answer to Question 2
D
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A Health differences are seen as avoidable.
B Poverty is often a root cause of health inequity.
C The absence of systematic disparities in health is characteristic of health equity.
D Health inequities refer to differences in health that are not only unnecessary and avoidable but, in addition, are considered unfair and unjust.
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