Nursing practice is based on nursing theories. The basic building ...

[melly21297]

Nursing practice is based on nursing theories. The basic building block of a theory is
 
  a. a phenomenon c. a concept
  b. a conceptual model d. a conceptual frame-work

Question 2

To assess the apical pulse, the nurse should place the stethoscope on the
 
  a. third intercostal space to the right of the midclavicular line
  b. fifth intercostal space to the left of the mid-clavicular line
  c. sixth intercostal space at the midclavicular line
  d. seventh intercostal space to the left of the midclavicular line

[IRincones]

Answer to Question 1

C
A concept is the basic building block of a theory. A phenomenon is an observable fact that can be perceived through the senses and explained. A conceptual framework is a structure that links global concepts together and represents the unified whole of a larger reality. A conceptual model is the symbolic representation of empiric experience in words, pictoral or graphic diagram, mathematical notations, or physical material.

Answer to Question 2

B
To assess the apical pulse, the stethoscope should be placed on the fifth intercostal space to the left of the midclavicular line.

[melly21297]

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[peter]

Excellent