NR103 Transition to the Nursing Profession
Week 1 Discussion
Small Group Discussion
Reintroduce yourself to the group and tell us about yourself. Then answer the following questions.
Is this one of your first few college courses? If not, what other courses have you taken? Do you have any other degrees?
Have you developed a system that has helped you be a successful student? What was it?
What has been your most difficult challenge in school? Test anxiety? Writing papers? Study skills? Note taking? Why?
As of today, what do you see as the biggest challenge for you in nursing school?
Refer to the Small Group Discussion guidelines (Links to an external site.) for more information.
NR103 Transition to the Nursing Profession
Week 3 Discussion
Small Group Discussion
When taking care of patients, why do you think it is important to utilize the appropriate resources?
How do you think evidence from nursing journals affects patient care?
What role does using the right evidence play in being a professional nurse?
What role does understanding plagiarism and academic integrity play in being a professional nurse?
NR103 Transition to the Nursing Profession
Week 4 Discussion
Small Group Discussion
Challenge of the week: Talk with a friend or family member who has known you for a long time and will be honest with you. Have him or her answer the following questions.
What were your first impressions of me, or what type of first impression do others have of me?
What does my face look like when I think no one is looking?
If you did not know me, based on my nonverbal communication, would you approach me? Why or why not?
After you have heard his or her answers, write a reflection on what you learned, making sure to answer the following questions.
Did what I learned surprise me?
Was it easy to ask these questions and listen to the answers?
Based on this information, what do I need to work on so that people see me as a professional in the work environment?
NR103 Transition to the Nursing Profession
Week 5 Discussion
Research online and find a recent medical error that made the news. Answer the following questions.
What happened in the incident?
Who was involved?
What were the ramifications for the patient and/or staff?
Reflect on the incident and think about some causes and possible interventions that could have prevented the error.
NR103 Transition to the Nursing Profession
Week 6 Discussion
Answer these questions based on the mock schedule you created and the general discussion that occurred in class.
What are your top three priorities over the next 3 years?
Keeping these priorities in mind, what three things do you need to change to help you be successful?
What tools will you use to handle stress?
What was the best tip you received from the upperclassmen?
NR103 Transition to the Nursing Profession
Week 1 Assignment
Mindfulness Reflection
This week's Reflection Focus is on the Stress Response.
For more information, download and review the? Mindfulness Guidelines (Links to an external site.).
Download and complete the?Week 1 Reflection Template document (Links to an external site.).
Submit your completed document to the Assignment area no later than the due date provided by your instructor.
Purpose
The Mindfulness Activities are vital to establishing a firm foundation for the success of students at Chamberlain College of Nursing. The purpose of mindfulness assignments is to heighten students’ awareness of the importance of being present, self-care, and becoming an effective professional nurse.
Course outcomes: This assignment enables the student to meet the following course outcomes:
CO 1: Implement skills for successful scholarship including effective study skills, note taking, active listening, and learning preferences. (POs 5 and 7)
CO 2: Identify characteristics of professional behavior, including emotional intelligence, communication, and conflict resolution. (POs 3, 5, and 6)
CO3: Demonstrate information literacy and the ability to utilize resources. (POs 3, 5, and 8)
• Using this template, answer the following reflection questions.
• Use two specific examples from the video to support writing.
• UseStandard English grammar and sentence structure.
• Reflection must contain no more than 3 spelling or typographical errors.
• Writing must demonstrate original thought without an over-reliance on the works of others.
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A number of health habits were discussed in this weeks’ video. Which, if any, of the healthy habits do you already use in your daily regimen?
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Are there habits mentioned in the video that you do not currently use?
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Which habits will you consider adding into your routine?
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NR103 Transition to the Nursing Profession
Week 2 Assignment
Mindfulness Reflection
This week's Reflection Focus is on Handwashing.
For more information, download and review the? Mindfulness Guidelines (Links to an external site.).
Download and complete the?Week 2 Reflection Template document (Links to an external site.).
• Using this template, answer the following reflection questions.
• Use two specific examples from the video to support writing.
• UseStandard English grammar and sentence structure.
• Reflection must contain no more than 3 spelling or typographical errors.
• Writing must demonstrate original thought without an over-reliance on the works of others.
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One way to make time for Mindfulness as a nurse or nursing student is through Mindful Handwashing.
What are some steps mentioned in the video that you could pay attention to while washing your hands?
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What are some other ways you could find some time to be mindful in your day?
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NR103 Transition to the Nursing Profession
Week 3 Assignment
Mindfulness Reflection
This week's Reflection Focus is on Healthy Eating.
For more information, download and review the? Mindfulness Guidelines (Links to an external site.).
Download and complete the?Week 3 Reflection Template document (Links to an external site.).
• Using this template, answer the following reflection questions.
• Use two specific examples from the video to support writing.
• UseStandard English grammar and sentence structure.
• Reflection must contain no more than 3 spelling or typographical errors.
• Writing must demonstrate original thought without an over-reliance on the works of others.
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The dietician discusses that you “eat to live, not live to eat.” She describes that 80/20 rule of eating. What percentage of “empty calories” do you think you consume in a day, and what results mentioned in the video do you experience when you eat “too many” empty calories?
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What interventions can you apply to help meet the ratio of good calories/empty calories?
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NR103 Transition to the Nursing Profession
Week 4 Assignment
Mindfulness Reflection
This week's Reflection Focus is on Mindful Movement.
For more information, download and review the? Mindfulness Guidelines (Links to an external site.).
Download and complete the?Week 4 Reflection Template document (Links to an external site.).
• Using this template, answer the following reflection questions.
• Use two specific examples from the video to support writing.
• UseStandard English grammar and sentence structure.
• Reflection must contain no more than 3 spelling or typographical errors.
• Writing must demonstrate original thought without an over-reliance on the works of others.
The certified personal trainer discusses ways to be accountable for working out daily. What ways mentioned in the video do you think you can adapt to your lifestyle and how many times a week?
NR103 Transition to the Nursing Profession
Week 5 Assignment
Mindfulness Reflection
This week's Reflection Focus is on Positive Relationships.
For more information, download and review the? Mindfulness Guidelines (Links to an external site.).
Download and complete the?Week 5 Reflection Template document (Links to an external site.).
• Using this template, answer the following reflection questions.
• Use two specific examples from the video to support writing.
• UseStandard English grammar and sentence structure.
• Reflection must contain no more than 3 spelling or typographical errors.
• Writing must demonstrate original thought without an over-reliance on the works of others.
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What kind of group does Tom discuss that can determine your success or failure?
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He, also, discusses “you will become the combined average of people you hang around most.” How many people does he suggest to hang around and what are the three areas you and your “people” will experience together?
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Do you think you can identify your “people” that you spend most of your time with?
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NR103 Transition to the Nursing Profession
Week 6 Assignment
Mindfulness Reflection
This week's Reflection Focus is on Imagery and Emotional Intelligence (EQ).
For more information, download and review the? Mindfulness Guidelines (Links to an external site.).
Download and complete the?Week 6 Reflection Template document (Links to an external site.).
• Using this template, answer the following reflection questions.
• Use two specific examples from the video to support writing.
• UseStandard English grammar and sentence structure.
• Reflection must contain no more than 3 spelling or typographical errors.
• Writing must demonstrate original thought without an over-reliance on the works of others.
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Peggy Boyer, Business Psychologist discusses Emotional Intelligence versus General Intelligence (IQ). How would you describe the difference between EQ & IQ?
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Which one of these do you think helps you to survive and thrive in the world and why?
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NR103 Transition to the Nursing Profession
Week 7 Assignment
Mindfulness Reflection
This week's Reflection Focus is on Yoga and Technology Related Stress.
For more information, download and review the? Mindfulness Guidelines (Links to an external site.).
Download and complete the?Week 7 Reflection Template document (Links to an external site.)
• Using this template, answer the following reflection questions.
• Use two specific examples from the video to support writing.
• UseStandard English grammar and sentence structure.
• Reflection must contain no more than 3 spelling or typographical errors.
• Writing must demonstrate original thought without an over
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Meredith discusses in the video ways that technology can cause stress you out in school or practice.
What are ways were mentioned in the video that can stress you out and what are ways you can handle the stress?
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Can you describe a moment in your life that technology stressed you out?
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NR103 Transition to the Nursing Profession
Week 8 Assignment
Mindfulness Reflection
• Using this template, answer the following reflection questions.
• Use two specific examples from the video to support writing.
• UseStandard English grammar and sentence structure.
• Reflection must contain no more than 3 spelling or typographical errors.
• Writing must demonstrate original thought without an over-reliance on the works of others
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Tom discusses the difference between fixed mindset versus growth mindset. Do you are someone that functions with a fixed mindset or growth mindset?
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Do you think it will be easier to advance in nursing school and practice with a fixed mindset, growth mindset or a little of both? And why?
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NR103 Transition to the Nursing Profession
Week 2 Assignment
3-Minute Reflection
The 3-minute reflections are designed to focus students on a topic and to help them get their thoughts organized prior to discussion. The activity also serves as reflective summations of class discussions.
Course outcomes: This assignment enables the student to meet the following course outcomes.
CO 1. Implement skills for successful scholarship including effective study skills, note taking, active listening, and learning references.
CO 2. Identify characteristics of professional behavior including emotional intelligence, communication, and conflict resolution.
CO 3. Demonstrate information literacy and the ability to utilize resources.
Preparing the assignment
Follow these guidelines when completing this assignment. Speak with your faculty member if you have questions.
1) Your course instructor will provide a topic for the 3-minute reflection. The activity may be done at the start of class (and can be used for attendance), at a transition point during class (such as moving from one activity to another), or as a final activity.
2) You must be present in class to complete the assignment.
3) The course instructor will ask you to close books and notes and get out a blank piece of paper.
4) The instructor will pose a question related to course material. You will have 3 minutes to respond to the question, so you should start writing your thoughts immediately.
a. Grammar and spelling are not important in this assignment.
b. APA formatting is not expected to be used for this assignment.
5) Sample questions may include:
a. “Discuss the transition from advanced beginner to competent nurse. What might make that transition easier, according to the author?”
b. “Think about your experience with coworkers in the past. What qualities make a great coworker?”
c. “What do you think distinguishes nursing care from care given by loved ones or lay people?”
Please note that your instructor may provide you with additional assessments in any form to determine that you fully understand the concepts learned.
NR103 Transition to the Nursing Profession
Week 3 Assignment
3-Minute Reflection
Purpose
The 3-minute reflections are designed to focus students on a topic and to help them get their thoughts organized prior
to discussion. The activity also serves as reflective summations of class discussions.
Course outcomes: This assignment enables the student to meet the following course outcomes.
CO 1. Implement skills for successful scholarship including effective study skills, note taking, active listening, and learning
references.
CO 2. Identify characteristics of professional behavior including emotional intelligence, communication, and conflict
resolution.
CO 3. Demonstrate information literacy and the ability to utilize resources.
Due date: Weekly, as determined by your course instructor.
Total points possible: 100 points (20 points each X 5)
Preparing the assignment
Follow these guidelines when completing this assignment. Speak with your faculty member if you have questions.
1) Your course instructor will provide a topic for the 3-minute reflection. The activity may be done at the start of
class (and can be used for attendance), at a transition point during class (such as moving from one activity to
another), or as a final activity.
2) You must be present in class to complete the assignment.
3) The course instructor will ask you to close books and notes and get out a blank piece of paper.
4) The instructor will pose a question related to course material. You will have 3 minutes to respond to the
question, so you should start writing your thoughts immediately.
a. Grammar and spelling are not important in this assignment.
b. APA formatting is not expected to be used for this assignment.
5) Sample questions may include:
a. “Discuss the transition from advanced beginner to competent nurse. What might make that transition easier, according to the author?”
b. “Think about your experience with coworkers in the past. What qualities make a great coworker?”
c. “What do you think distinguishes nursing care from care given by loved ones or lay people?”
Please note that your instructor may provide you with additional assessments in any form to determine that you fully understand the concepts learned.
NR103 Transition to the Nursing Profession
Week 4 Assignment
3-Minute Reflection
Purpose The 3-minute reflections are designed to focus students on a topic and to help them get their thoughts organized prior to discussion. The activity also serves as reflective summations of class discussions.
Course outcomes: This assignment enables the student to meet the following course outcomes.
CO 1. Implement skills for successful scholarship including effective study skills, note taking, active listening, and learning references.
CO 2. Identify characteristics of professional behavior including emotional intelligence, communication, and conflict resolution.
CO 3. Demonstrate information literacy and the ability to utilize resources.
Preparing the assignment
Follow these guidelines when completing this assignment. Speak with your faculty member if you have questions.
1) Your course instructor will provide a topic for the 3-minute reflection. The activity may be done at the start of class (and can be used for attendance), at a transition point during class (such as moving from one activity to another), or as a final activity.
2) You must be present in class to complete the assignment.
3) The course instructor will ask you to close books and notes and get out a blank piece of paper.
4) The instructor will pose a question related to course material. You will have 3 minutes to respond to the question, so you should start writing your thoughts immediately.
a. Grammar and spelling are not important in this assignment.
b. APA formatting is not expected to be used for this assignment.
5) Sample questions may include:
a. “Discuss the transition from advanced beginner to competent nurse. What might make that transition easier, according to the author?”
b. “Think about your experience with coworkers in the past. What qualities make a great coworker?”
c. “What do you think distinguishes nursing care from care given by loved ones or lay people?”
Please note that your instructor may provide you with additional assessments in any form to determine that you fully understand the concepts learned.
NR103 Transition to the Nursing Profession
Week 5 Assignment
3-Minute Reflection
Purpose
The 3-minute reflections are designed to focus students on a topic and to help them get their thoughts organized prior
to discussion. The activity also serves as reflective summations of class discussions.
Course outcomes: This assignment enables the student to meet the following course outcomes.
CO 1. Implement skills for successful scholarship including effective study skills, note taking, active listening, and learning references.
CO 2. Identify characteristics of professional behavior including emotional intelligence, communication, and conflict resolution.
CO 3. Demonstrate information literacy and the ability to utilize resources.
Preparing the assignment
Follow these guidelines when completing this assignment. Speak with your faculty member if you have questions.
1) Your course instructor will provide a topic for the 3-minute reflection. The activity may be done at the start of class (and can be used for attendance), at a transition point during class (such as moving from one activity to another), or as a final activity.
2) You must be present in class to complete the assignment.
3) The course instructor will ask you to close books and notes and get out a blank piece of paper.
4) The instructor will pose a question related to course material. You will have 3 minutes to respond to the question, so you should start writing your thoughts immediately.
a. Grammar and spelling are not important in this assignment.
b. APA formatting is not expected to be used for this assignment.
5) Sample questions may include:
a. “Discuss the transition from advanced beginner to competent nurse. What might make that transition easier, according to the author?”
b. “Think about your experience with coworkers in the past. What qualities make a great coworker?”
c. “What do you think distinguishes nursing care from care given by loved ones or lay people?”
Please note that your instructor may provide you with additional assessments in any form to determine that you fully understand the concepts learned.
NR103 Transition to the Nursing Profession
Week 6 Assignment
3-Minute Reflection
Purpose
The 3-minute reflections are designed to focus students on a topic and to help them get their thoughts organized prior
to discussion. The activity also serves as reflective summations of class discussions.
Course outcomes: This assignment enables the student to meet the following course outcomes.
CO 1. Implement skills for successful scholarship including effective study skills, note taking, active listening, and learning
references.
CO 2. Identify characteristics of professional behavior including emotional intelligence, communication, and conflict
resolution.
CO 3. Demonstrate information literacy and the ability to utilize resources.
Due date: Weekly, as determined by your course instructor.
Total points possible: 100 points (20 points each X 5)
Preparing the assignment
Follow these guidelines when completing this assignment. Speak with your faculty member if you have questions.
1) Your course instructor will provide a topic for the 3-minute reflection. The activity may be done at the start of
class (and can be used for attendance), at a transition point during class (such as moving from one activity to
another), or as a final activity.
2) You must be present in class to complete the assignment.
3) The course instructor will ask you to close books and notes and get out a blank piece of paper.
4) The instructor will pose a question related to course material. You will have 3 minutes to respond to the
question, so you should start writing your thoughts immediately.
a. Grammar and spelling are not important in this assignment.
b. APA formatting is not expected to be used for this assignment.
5) Sample questions may include:
a. “Discuss the transition from advanced beginner to competent nurse. What might make that transition
easier, according to the author?”
b. “Think about your experience with coworkers in the past. What qualities make a great coworker?”
c. “What do you think distinguishes nursing care from care given by loved ones or lay people?”
Please note that your instructor may provide you with additional assessments in any form to determine that you
fully understand the concepts learned.
NR103 Transition to the Nursing Profession
Week 5 Assignment
RUA: Transitions Paper
Purpose
The purpose of this assignment is to explore a critical concept in nursing. The student will be able to demonstrate application of information literacy and ability to utilize resources (library, writing center, Center for Academic Success
[CAS], APA resources, Turnitin, and others) through literature search and writing the paper.
Course outcomes: This assignment enables the student to meet the following course outcomes.
CO 2: Identify characteristics of professional behavior including emotional intelligence, communication, and conflict resolution.
CO 3: Demonstrate information literacy and the ability to utilize resources.
Due date: Your faculty member will inform you when this assignment is due. The Late Assignment Policy applies to this assignment.
Preparing the assignment
Follow these guidelines when completing this assignment. Speak with your faculty member if you have questions.
1) Locating Evidence
a. Using the Chamberlain University library, search for a recent (published within the last five years) evidencebased article from a scholarly journal that addresses one of the topics listed.
• Safety
• Delegation
• Prioritization
• Caring
2) Include the following sections.
a. Introduction - 20 points/13%
• Clearly establishes the purpose of the paper
• Includes key points to be covered
• Captures the reader’s interest
b. Body of Paper - 60 points/40%
• Complete, well-developed discussion of key points
• Supports the purpose or main idea of the paper
• Logical development of ideas with clear and accurate information
• Ideas and statements are supported by three or more examples from personal and/or professional experiences
• Provides own perspectives on the topic that is reflective, insightful, and original
c. Conclusion - 30 points/20%
• Clear and concise
• Summarizes key points discussed in the paper
• Leaves a strong impression, message, or idea on the reader
d. Writing Style - 15 point/10%
e. Correct use of standard English grammar, paragraph, and sentence structure
f. No spelling or typographical errors
g. Organized around required components
h. Information flows in a logical sequence that is easy for the reader to follow
i. APA Format, and References - 25 points/17%
• There is correct and appropriate use of margins, spacing, font, and headers
• Document setup includes title and reference pages in correct APA format
• Citation of sources included in the body of the paper uses correct APA format for direct and indirect quotes
• All elements of each reference are included in the correct order
• All information taken from the source, even if summarized, is cited and listed on the Reference page
• All sources used are nursing journals published within the last five years
For writing assistance (APA, formatting, or grammar) visit the APA Citation and Writing page in the online library.
Please note that your instructor may provide you with additional assessments in any form to determine that you fully understand the concepts learned.
NR103 Transition to the Nursing Profession
Week 8 Assignment
Final Project
The purpose of this assignment is to give you the opportunity to reflect back on what inspiration you will take with you through the program, the opportunity to reflect on what lessons you will take away from the course, and the ability to write a letter to your future self about where you hope you will be when you graduate from Chamberlain.
Purpose
The purpose of this assignment is to give you the opportunity to reflect back on what inspiration you will take with you
through the program, what lessons you will take away from the course, and the ability to write a letter to your future
self about where you hope you will be when you graduate from Chamberlain.
Course outcomes: This assignment enables the student to meet the following course outcomes:
CO 2. Identify characteristics of professional behavior including emotional intelligence, communication, and conflict
resolution.
Due date: Refer to the course calendar for due date information.
Total points possible: 125 points
Preparing the assignment
There are three parts to this assignment. Speak with your faculty member if you have questions.
1. Letter for Graduation (30 points/24%)
a. Your assignment is to write a letter to yourself on your graduation day.
b. Consider the following questions as you compose your letter.
i. How do you hope you have changed in terms of knowledge and skills, and personally?
ii. What would you like to remind yourself about your inspiration for choosing this career?
iii. You will be preparing to take the NCLEX exam and to start your first job as a baccalaureate-prepared
nurse. Are there any words of encouragement that you would like to tell your future self?
iv. Are there any words of caution you want to tell yourself—pitfalls to avoid?
v. What kind of nurse do you hope you have become? What further growth and change do you envision
for yourself?
c. Bring this letter on the last day of class in an envelope with your name on the front. We will make sure it is
delivered to you when you have completed your academic work at Chamberlain and are ready to receive
your baccalaureate degree in nursing.
2. Inspiration (30 points/24%)
a. In addition to the letter, on the last day of class bring in one page that you create that represents your
inspiration for becoming a nurse. It may be a picture, a collage, a series of quotes, and so forth. Choose
words and images that are meaningful to you. This should be a picture that you can post somewhere,
perhaps where you study, in order to motivate yourself as you move forward on your journey to become a
nurse.
3. Reflections Presentation (65 points/52%)
a. On the last day of class, you will be asked to come prepared to give a short 5-minute speech that discusses
the following topics.
i. What does your inspiration mean?
ii. Name one concept that challenged you during this course.
iii. What has been the greatest lesson you have learned?
iv. How will what you have learned help you be successful at Chamberlain?
NR103 Transition to the Nursing Profession
Week 7 Quiz
Medical Terminology Quiz
Question 1 The prefixes hemi- and semi- mean:
twice, two, double
whole
half
both, both sides
Question 2 The prefix auto- means:
poison
new
none of these
self
Question 3The prefix dys means (select all that apply)
difficult
happy
comfortable
painful
Question 4Which of the following prefixes is matched with the correct definition?
mono: one, single
multi-: twice
a-: with
hemi-: whole
Question 5itis stands for:
inflammation
pale
seeping fluid
constriction
Question 6The word root gastro involves:
heart
bones
stomach
kidneys
Question 7MDI stands for:
Machine dependent individual
Muscle deterioration injury
Metered dose inhaler
Manual dietary inventory
Question 8URI means:
Upper Respiratory Injury
Unilateral Restriction Injury
Upper Respiratory Infection
Urinary Retention Injury
Question 9DVT stands for:
Deep Vein Thrombosis
Dependent Vein Therapy
Dependent Volume Total
Deep Vein Therapy
Question 10 All of the following refer to a part of the heart except:
RV
RA
MI
LV
Question 11 Hemolytic means:
blood building
blood infection
blood destruction
blood thinning
Question 12OTC stands for:
Over the counter
Only technician close by
On the cocaine
Only Treatment for Cancer
Question 13Which of the following terms is matched with the correct definition?
myc/o:macule
cutane/o:cell
necr/o:dead
adip/o:acne
Question 14Sebum stands for:
suction
restriction
hair
discharge
Question 15BK means:
Burger King
Before kidney transplant
Bowel & Kidney
Below the knee
Question 16A Fx involves:
hair loss
stomach discomfort
bone injury
oral care
Question 17Patients who require a WC:
are unable to walk
run daily
are unable to speak
are scared of the dark
Question 18Noct occurs at:
evening
once a week
morning
every other day
Question 19Cyst means:
Mass
urine
Inflammation
Painful
Question 20Which of the following terms means blood in the urine?
bacteriuria
hematuria
pyuria
oliguria
