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Weapons of influence exploit…

In a study by Langer, Blank, and Chanowitz (1978) a requester asked subjects to allow him to cut in front of them in line to make 5 xerox copies. One group of subjects received no reason for the request. A second group received a “good” reason to allow the line-cutting: because I’m in a rush. A third group received a trivial, nonsensical reason to allow the line-cutting: because I have to make some copies. Which groups complied with the request to cut in line?

Some studies have recently shown that ratings for TV shows make children want to see the shows rated as for mature-audiences only. Similarly, it has been argued that some movies are rated R solely to try to advertise to teenage audiences who cannot see the movie. These factors are explained best by which compliance principle, i.e., weapon of influence?

A pregnant woman with preeclampsia is in active labor and wants an epidural. While preparing for the epidural, the nurse reviews the woman’s latest laboratory test findings, which reveal a platelet count of 90,000 mm3, an elevated aspartate aminotransaminase (AST) level, and a falling hematocrit. The laboratory results are indicative of which condition?

Mr. Melnyk, a 30-year-old with sepsis, is being treated for metabolic acidosis. What parameter would be the most appropriate to monitor for the effectiveness of treatment? Arterial Blood Gas (ABG) results: pH 7.28, PaCO2 38 mmHg, HCO3 18 mEq/L, PaO2 75 mmHg.

A woman in labor has just received an epidural block. The most important nursing intervention is to:

You are a nurse working in the emergency department. Four patients arrive simultaneously and miraculously, with their current Arterial Blood Gas (ABG) results, and you must determine which patient to assess first based on their condition. Which patient do to assess first?

Part 2 of 3: “Action to Take”   DATE TIME NURSES’ NOTES March 1, 2023 0820 Client Ms. Lewis is 21-year-old female with blood glucose of 864 mg/dL and serum potassium level of 2.9 mEq/L reports abdominal pain, headache, fatigue, frequent urination, excessive thirst, has rapid deep breathing and fruity sweet-smelling breath.  The nurse is reviewing the client’s assessment data to prepare the client’s plan of care. Identify what TWO actions the nurse should take FIRST.

The nurse is caring for four patients in the emergency department. Review the information provided for each patient and prioritize them based on their condition. Which patient needs to be seen first?

Pregestational diabetes (DM1 or DM2) places the fetus at risk in several ways.  Nurses should be aware that: