Author Question: The nurse is investigating the process for resolving an ethical problem. Which of the following is ... (Read 139 times)

bobthebuilder · **on:** Jul 22, 2018

The nurse is investigating the process for resolving an ethical problem. Which of the following is the correct sequence for resolving ethical problems?

a. Examining one's own values; evaluating; identifying the problem
b. Evaluating the outcomes; gathering data; considering actions
c. Gathering facts; verbalizing the problem; considering actions
d. Recognizing the dilemma; evaluating; gathering information

Question 2

The nurse observes thin, watery fluid draining from the left ear of a patient who has sustained a head injury. How would the nurse document this drainage in the patient's chart?

a. Serous
b. Purulent
c. Cerebrospinal fluid
d. Serosanguineous

bob · **Reply #1 on:** Jul 22, 2018

Answer to Question 1

C

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A Examining one's own values; evaluating; identifying the problem is not the correct sequence for resolving ethical problems.
B Evaluating the outcomes; gathering data; considering actions is not the correct sequence for resolving ethical problems.
C The correct sequence for resolving ethical problems is recognizing the dilemma, gathering facts, examining one's own values, verbalizing the problem, considering actions, negotiating the outcome, and evaluating the action.
D Recognizing the dilemma; evaluating; gathering information is not the correct sequence for resolving ethical problems.

Answer to Question 2

A

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A Serous drainage is clear, watery plasma.
B Purulent drainage is thick, yellow, green, tan, or brown.
C Without further testing, the nurse would be unable to know if this drainage is cerebrospinal fluid. The nurse should describe the drainage by its appearance (i.e., serous).
D Serosanguineous drainage is pale, red, and watery (i.e., a mixture of clear and red fluid).