Answer to Question 1
B
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A An angle of 5 to 10 degrees is incorrect.
B When inserting a butterfly needle for insertion for IV therapy, the nurse would place the needle at 10 to 30 degrees in relation to the skin, with the bevel facing upward.
C An angle of 30 to 45 degrees is incorrect.
D An angle of 45 to 60 degrees is incorrect.
Answer to Question 2
B
Having worked for many years and being able to adapt a procedure to meet the client's needs is an example of experience, which is the second component of the critical thinking model.
Curiosity is a critical thinking attitude in which the nurse asks why, and continues to learn more about the client to make appropriate clinical judgements.
Perseverance is a critical thinking attitude in which the nurse does not readily accept the easy answer but does look further to find necessary information and appropriate solutions.
Scientific knowledge is knowledge acquired from the study of science. It may be acquired through education such as course work, or in reading nursing literature to remain current in nursing science.
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