A patient is diagnosed with pneumonia after an abrupt onset of fever, cough, and malaise. The patient is started on antibiotic therapy and is expected to improve in 2 to 3 weeks. Which  statement by the nurse correctly identifies this illness? 

What are two theories/explanations as to why humans and animals sleep?  For each theory, discuss one piece of evidence that either supports or contradicts it. NOTE: This question is NOT asking about dream theories.

The nurse understands that Florence Nightingale is noted to have provided the initial basis for evidence-based practice (EBP) by doing which action? (Select all that apply.) 

In a typical birth, which stage of labor is the longest?

Analyzing the organizational factors that contribute to lateral violence, what might be a root cause in a healthcare facility?  

The nurse is conducting a health assessment on a patient from a foreign country. Which concepts should be addressed by the nurse during the interview? (Select all that apply.)

What percentage of your grade is Assessments worth?

During a shift report, the nurse briefly describes the history of a patient admitted with chronic gastrointestinal bleeding. In which SBAR topical area would this information be presented?

The nurse is discussing the use of a values clarification tool with a patient. The patient asks,  “What is the goal of the values clarification tool?” Which is the best response by the nurse? 

A group of nursing students are discussing the history of nursing to a staff nurse. When a student states, “Yeah, nurses used to be called the doctors’ handmaidens.” the staff nurse recognizes that this comment is identified by which term?