A Nurse Is Preparing to Insert an Intravenous Line and Begin

question 26

Multiple Choice

A nurse is preparing to insert an intravenous line and begin administering intravenous fluids. The client has visitors in the room. What should the nurse do?

• A) Ask the visitors to leave the room.
• B) Ask the client if visitors should remain in the room.
• C) Tell the client to ask the visitors to leave the room.
• D) Wait until the visitors leave to begin the procedure.

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Definitions:

Agenda-Setting Theory

A communications theory proposing that the media has the power to influence the public's perception of what is important by choosing which topics to highlight.

Gatekeepers

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Media Coverage

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Participant Observation

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