Pseudodementia is:
a. When signs, symptoms, and behaviors of Alzheimer's disease (AD) increase during hours of darkness
b. The loss of cognitive function that inter-feres with routine personal, social, and occupational activities
c. A false dementia
d. A state of temporary but acute mental confusion
C
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A) Such a will indicates how property is to be passed on after death and avoids probate for inheritors B) It spares the family the burden of making significant decisions for a patient regarding terminal care C) It settles the issue of guardianship without the expense of going to court for each incident D) It frees health professionals from any liability derived from Do Not Resuscitate orders
The nurse has a strong personal belief that life begins at conception. Can this nurse legally refuse to assist with an abortion?
1. Yes, but only if there is no health danger to the mother if the abortion is not performed. 2. Yes; most states have conscience clauses or provisions to protect the nurse in this situation. 3. No; if the nurse has willingly taken a job where assisting with an abortion is a possibility, he or she cannot refuse to assist. 4. No; because abortions are considered medical procedures, the nurse is ethically required to assist.
Teaching for the patient with endometriosis should include the signs and symptoms of common complications, which are:
1. pelvic inflammatory disease. 2. obstruction of the bowel and ureters. 3. cancer of the endometrium. 4. ovarian cancer.
Which findings typically cause an individual with idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis (IPF) to first seek medical care?
A) Peripheral edema and dyspnea on exertion B) Shallow and fast respirations C) Cyanosis and clubbing of fingernails D) Dyspnea on exertion and cough with minimal sputum production