When the Charge Nurse Is Evaluating the Care That a New

question 10

Multiple Choice

When the charge nurse is evaluating the care that a new RN staff member provides to a patient receiving mechanical ventilation, which action by the new RN indicates the need for more education?

• A) The RN turns the FIO₂ up to 100% before suctioning.
• B) The RN secures a bite block in place using adhesive tape.
• C) The RN positions the patient with the head of bed at 10 degrees.
• D) The RN asks for assistance to turn the patient to the prone position.

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Definitions:

Providing Validation

The act of acknowledging and accepting another person's feelings, thoughts, or experiences as valid and understandable.

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Hostage Taker

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