A Student Nurse Is Reviewing the Use of Intravenous (IV)fluids

question 27

Multiple Choice

A student nurse is reviewing the use of intravenous (IV) fluids for a school paper.Which definition should the student use to explain the process of diffusion?

• A) The expenditure of energy to transport a solute
• B) The movement of solute and water caused by hydrostatic pressure differences
• C) Movement of a solute from an area of higher concentration to an area of lesser concentration
• D) Movement of water from an area of lesser concentration to an area of higher concentration

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Definitions:

Observation

The action or process of attentively watching or noting phenomena or behaviors as they occur naturally, often for the purpose of data collection and analysis.

Human Behavior

The range of behaviors exhibited by humans and which are influenced by culture, attitudes, emotions, values, ethics, authority, rapport, hypnosis, persuasion, coercion, and/or genetics.

Actively Listening

The practice of fully concentrating, understanding, responding, and then remembering what is being said in a conversation.

Reflects Back

The act of thinking deeply or carefully about past actions, decisions, or events to glean insights or lessons.