A Nurse Believes Additional Funding Is Necessary to Support a Home-Delivered

question 23

Multiple Choice

A nurse believes additional funding is necessary to support a home-delivered meal program for the elderly. Which of the following would be the best way to share these ideas with a legislator?

• A) Send an email.
• B) Write a formal letter.
• C) Attend a town hall meeting.
• D) Schedule a face-to-face visit.

Understand the formulation of goal statements and evaluation strategies in nursing care plans.

Identify the etiology and components of a nursing diagnosis.

Recognize the role of the nurse in quality improvement and patient education.

Understand the importance of involving the client in the care plan and utilizing patient strengths.

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Definitions:

Probable Appendicitis

A medical condition characterized by the likely inflammation of the appendix, requiring urgent evaluation.

Perforation

A hole that develops through the wall of a body organ or tissue, which can lead to the contents leaking into other parts of the body.

Sudden Relief

The immediate alleviation or disappearance of symptoms or discomfort.

Cleft Palate

A congenital deformity of the roof of the mouth that results in a split or opening in the palate.