The reaction of sodium carbonate, boron oxide, and silicon dioxide gives a borosilicate glass. Explain why the powder diffraction pattern of this product shows no diffraction maxima. (5 points)

For which application is powder X-ray diffraction not suitable for?

List all crystal systems. What are the restrictions on lattice parameters in each of seven crystal systems? (5 points)

A successful nurse manager is mentoring a newly promoted nurse manager. Which comment by the mentor reflects the most important consideration of a nurse manager?

A nurse would expect to see which action on a unit that uses the team nursing model of health care delivery?

Nurses can be leaders without being managers. Which nursing action demonstrates leadership?

As part of the process of promoting quality improvement, the nursing manager is comparing data between two hospitals on average length of stay for a total hip replacement. This comparison is an example of which process or step?

A newly licensed nurse has submitted an application, letter of interest, and resume to the human resource department of a hospital and has an interview scheduled for next week. How should the nurse prepare for this interview?

A new nurse has an appointment for an interview with the nurse manager of a medical/surgical unit. What should be an essential part of her plan for the interview?

The Nursing Supervision knows that the disadvantage to the institution in using external agency nurses is which of the following?