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I should read and understand the Late Assignment policy and the Late Waiver policy.  

I should check my email at My at least 2-3 times per week. 

Short Answer (20 points) 1) What are 3 sources of campaign funds for candidates? 2) What are 3 types of political endorsements? 3) What are 3 congressional election years that were wave elections? 4) What are 3 of the most effective campaign advertisements of all time? 5) What are 3 famous political gaffes? 6) What is the current limit an individual can legally give to a federal candidate?  What is the limit that a PAC can give a federal candidate? 7) In the 2022 midterms, what are 4 senate races (name the state) that are seen as being competitive (one party has at least a 10% chance of winning the race according to 538.com)?

Which of the following disclosures would require patient authorization? 

A 22M in a high-speed motor vehicle crash with multiple injuries arrives to the ED. There is a high probability of cervical spine fracture; the patient has altered mental status and extremities are flaccid.  What is the priority assessment for this patient?

Quizzes for this class are due by at midnight.

41M patient with paraplegia from a spinal cord injury is referred to a rehabilitation program. The patient states, “Why bother, the paralysis won’t disappear.” Which is the nurse’s best response?

Describe the difference between a living will and durable power of attorney.​

Which legislation was enacted to allow patients to create advance directives while competent?​

When patients enter a healthcare facility they are asked to sign a confidentiality/ privacy statement before treatment if they are able to sign.  This form gives the patient an explanation of all her rights.  ​