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xroflmao

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on: Jul 17, 2018
Which of the following examples is the current measure of nursing excellence in practice?
 
  1.
  Statistics demonstrating positive patient outcomes
  2.
  Staffing ratio of one nurse to five patients
  3.
  Hospital cleanliness
  4.
  Nurses wearing white uniforms and caps

Question 2

The nurse has delegated ambulating a patient to a certified nursing assistant. What statement is true regarding the nurse's legal obligation to the patient? (Select all that apply.)
 
  1.
  The nurse is responsible for performing the task.
  2.
  The nurse is accountable for the safety of the patient.
  3.
  The nurse is accountable for making sure the task is performed safely.
  4.
  If the patient falls the nurse is accountable and responsible for any patient injury.
  5.
  If the patient falls the CNA is not responsible or accountable.


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BUTTHOL369

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Reply #1 on: Jul 17, 2018
Answer to Question 1

ANS: 1
Cost effectiveness and patient outcomes are the current measures of nursing excellence.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: 2, 3
The nurse remains accountable for the safety of the patient and should not delegate to anyone who is unable to perform the task properly. The nurse should supervise performance of the task to make sure it is done safely.


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Reply 2 on: Jul 17, 2018
Wow, this really help

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