The nurse recognizes that the greatest benefit of engaging the ...

[imowrer]

The nurse recognizes that the greatest benefit of engaging the mother of two small children into a discussion about child-proofing her home is that:
 
  1. The home will be safe for the immediate time being
  2. If an accident occurs, it will likely be minor in nature
  3. She is likely to monitor the house for safety issues in the future
  4. She will serve as a role model regarding safety issues for her children

Question 2

A nurse working in an acute care facility's emergency department should recognize which of the following client reports as being most suspicious of a terrorist attack?
 
  1. Four deaths resulting from a privately owned airplane crashing into a four-story building
  2. Numerous reports of respiratory distress among older adults who attended an outdoor musical event
  3. 15 cases of nausea and vomiting reported over a 2-day period when 4 cases would be within normal for the facility
  4. 10 children, all who attended a child-oriented arts and crafts fair, presenting with rashes on their hands and faces

[jonathanballen97]

Answer to Question 1

ANS: 3
The client who is an active participant in reducing threats to safety becomes more alert to poten-tial hazards.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: 3
An unusual increase in the number of people seeking care, especially with fever, respiratory, or gastrointestinal complaints, is a classic indicator of such an event. While the other options present possible indicators, there are other possible reasons for the incidents.