The symptom that the nurse would recognize as being pertinent to a possible diagnosis of systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE) is:
1. "butterfly" rash of the face.
2. protruding abdomen.
3. thinning hair.
4. bloody diarrhea.
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The classic butterfly rash of the face is one of the most recognizable signs. Because the symptoms come and go, SLE is extremely hard to quickly diagnose.
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The nurse is preparing a client for elective surgery. The appropriate description for this type of surgery is:
1. Surgery that involves a high degree of risk. 2. Surgery that normally involves little risk. 3. Surgery that is performed immediately to preserve function. 4. Surgery that is performed to improve the client's life.
The correctional nurse is meeting with county officials to review health promotion activities planned for a 150 person facility. Which activities should the nurse emphasize as being important for this population? (Select all that apply.)
1. Ensuring adequate nutrition. 2. Promoting stress reduction. 3. Educating on self-care actions. 4. Monitoring treatment compliance. 5. Planning for adequate rest and exercise.
An example of the body's response to the endocrine system includes all of the following except:
1. A growth spurt for a 12-year-old boy. 2. Development of breast buds for a 10-year-old girl. 3. A teen reacting quickly, hitting another car while driving. 4. A teen answering a question on a biology test.
A nurse provides instruction to a new nursing assistant regarding the application of a restraint to a client. The nurse watches as the nursing assistant applies the restraint. What observation tells the nurse that the nursing assistant is using correct procedure?
A. The assistant applies a tie knot in the restraint strap. B. The assistant attaches the restraint straps securely to the siderails. C. The assistant applies the restraint so that the strap does not tighten when force is applied against it. D. The assistant secures the restraint in such a way that it is impossible to slip a finger between the restraint and the client's skin.