Since the Nursing Process Is Cyclic Rather Than Linear, the Nurse

question 17

Multiple Choice

Since the nursing process is cyclic rather than linear, the nurse knows that as an individual patient's condition changes the nurse should anticipate what concept?

• A) The nurse's thought processes do not have to vary.
• B) Plans of care are easier to use and do not need modification.
• C) The accuracy and effectiveness of thought processes must be considered.
• D) Reflective thought is not necessary since issues tend to be repetitive.

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Definitions:

Electrons

Subatomic particles with a negative charge, orbiting the nucleus of an atom and involved in chemical bonds and electrical conductivity.

Oxidized

A chemical process where a substance loses electrons, often associated with the gain of oxygen or the loss of hydrogen.

Non-metal Free Elements

Elements that exist in their natural state not combined with other elements and do not display metallic characteristics; examples include oxygen (O2) and nitrogen (N2).

Redox Reaction

A chemical reaction where the oxidation states of atoms are changed through the transfer of electrons.