22 Questions
What does the staffing pattern indicate?
The number and mix of personnel on duty per unit per shift
What are the consequences of serious understaffing according to the text?
Impairs care quality and leads to workers' frustration, fatigue, and disillusionment
What is the purpose of reviewing the staffing pattern at least yearly?
To make modifications required by changes in patient population, care trends, or other factors
What is the main reason for forecasting nursing workload on a particular unit according to the text?
To know how many patients will be admitted to the unit per days, month, and years
What are the effects of under, overstaffing and improper staff mix according to the text?
-Diminish nurses' job satisfaction and cause excessive turnover with significant financial loss
Parkinson's disease primarily affects the legs and feet.
False
The characteristic tremors associated with Parkinson's disease are irregular and arrhythmic.
False
Patients with Parkinson's disease may experience a pin-rolling motion of the fingers against the thumb.
True
Muscle rigidity in Parkinson's disease is characterized by easy and smooth passive motion of the extremities.
False
Postural instability in Parkinson's disease is often accompanied by excellent balance and coordination.
False
The gait of a patient with Parkinson's disease is typically described as smooth and fluid, with the weight shifting from side to side.
False
Secondary symptoms of Parkinson's disease may include decreased salivation leading to dry mouth.
False
Depression is not a common secondary symptom of Parkinson's disease.
False
There is a curative treatment for Parkinson's disease.
False
Parkinson's disease primarily affects the legs and feet.
False
Patients with Parkinson's disease may experience a pin-rolling motion of the fingers against the thumb.
True
Muscle rigidity in Parkinson's disease is characterized by easy and smooth passive motion of the extremities.
False
The gait of a patient with Parkinson's disease is typically described as smooth and fluid, with the weight shifting from side to side.
False
The characteristic tremors associated with Parkinson's disease are irregular and arrhythmic.
False
There is a curative treatment for Parkinson's disease.
False
Depression is not a common secondary symptom of Parkinson's disease.
False
Postural instability in Parkinson's disease is often accompanied by excellent balance and coordination.
False
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