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A nurse notices a person dressed as hospital staff attempting to quickly leave the postpartum unit with an infant. What is the nurse’s best immediate action?

When evaluating a new graduate nurse’s discharge teaching for a client with a tracheostomy, how should the nurse evaluate the effectiveness of the education?

An orienting nurse is questioned about the policy for care of equipment. When considering safe use of equipment, what action is most appropriate before using a malfunctioning medical device?

The new graduate nurse asks why so many events require an occurrence report. Which action best reflects the principles of completing an incident report accurately?

A nurse leader is advocating for adoption of critical pathways to improve outcomes.  What is the primary benefit of using a critical pathway in client care planning?

The nurse witnessed another nurse administer an incorrect dose of a narcotic. What is the nurse’s priority when reporting a violation of procedure in a health care setting?

A nurse is preparing the transfer report for a client transitioning to a rehabilitation center. Which key document is mandatory to include?

A nurse is delegating the task of ambulating a stable client post-surgery to assistive personnel (AP). Which of the following is the most critical aspect to ensure the task is appropriate?

A primary caregiver of a client with Alzheimer’s disease is experiencing stress and fatigue. The nurse case manager suggests exploring respite services. What is the main benefit of respite care for the caregiver?