The nicotine replacement method that provides the most consistent level of nicotine and that is easy and convenient is

According to the Social Readjustment Rating Scale, which of the following stressors has the MOST profound effect on a person?

A) Gain of a new family member B) Spouse begins or stops working C) Change to a different line of work D) Foreclosure of mortgage or loan

You have been called to a long-term nursing care facility for a 77-year-old female patient with Parkinson's disease. According to the nursing staff, she is more confused than normal and is to be transported to the emergency department for evaluation. Since the patient neither understands nor can answer any of your questions, which one of the following signs provides the BEST evidence that her

breathing is adequate? A) Pulse oximeter reading at 98 percent B) Respiratory rate of 18 C) Clear breath sounds D) Strong radial pulse