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gonzo233 · **on:** Jun 25, 2018

A client who is experiencing abdominal pain is being assessed by the Emergency Department nurse. The nurse asks the client to describe the pain and the client's usual means of relieving pain. The nurse is providing:

1. a nursing diagnosis.
2. client-centered care.
3. health promotion.
4. health maintenance.

Question 2

The nurse performs daily, routine equipment checks to detect possible malfunction. Which core competency is the nurse demonstrating with this action?

1. Providing agency-centered care
2. Working on an interdisciplinary team
3. Using information technology
4. Applying quality improvement principles

jennafosdick · **Reply #1 on:** Jun 25, 2018

Answer to Question 1

Answer: 2

1. A nursing diagnosis is made after the assessment is completed.
2. The nurse is providing client-centered care by asking the client about the perception of pain and the client's usual methods of relief.
3. Health promotion might include assisting the client to alter risk factors for a disease.
4. Immunization is an example of health maintenance.

Answer to Question 2

Answer: 4

1. Nurses provide patient-centered care.
2. The nurse is functioning alone when inspecting equipment.
3. Information technology is the use of computers during health care.
4. Part of the responsibility of the nurse is to ensure the client's safety by inspecting equipment used during care. This is a quality improvement principle.