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A patient admitted to the Surgical Intensive Care Unit (SICU) is exhibiting signs of sensory overload. Which intervention(s) should the nurse implement to further prevent this type of sensory alteration? (Select all that apply). 

An advanced beginner nurse is conducting a patient admission and physical assessment on a new transfer from the critical care unit. Which nursing behavior(s) require improvement? (Select all that apply.) 

A nurse conducting an assessment notes the patient’s right fingers to have a capillary refill of 5 seconds. What action is most appropriate for the nurse to do next?

The nurse is palpating the lymph nodes on a 38-year old patient. Which statement by the patient is of concern to the nurse?

The nurse is planning to set up a table with information regarding the prevention of skin cancer at a health fair. Which patient population would best benefit from this type of education?

The nurse is caring for an 84-year old patient with decreased visual acuity. Which intervention does the nurse identify as the first priority of care?

 At the ribbon cutting ceremony for a respite care center, the 57 year-old nurse stated, “This is my way of helping the aging population in our local community. I also want to create a legacy for my grandchildren to follow years from now.” What Erickson developmental stage is this nurse promoting?

A nurse is performing a physical assessment on an 11-month old. Which statement by the mother requires further education regarding common health problems of infants?

Bonus Question – Environmentally sound ways to maximize our energy resources include   I. increasing energy efficiency   II. increasing energy conservation.   III. using fewer renewables.

Bonus Question – The legislation that mandates that land should be minimally disturbed during the mining process and reclaimed after mining is completed is called the