Adults with a history of upper body (head and neck) radiation in childhood should be screened for thyroid cancer
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Which actions should the nurse take to ensure effective sleep for older patients in a long-term care facility? Standard Text: Select all that apply
1. Use nightlights during the night. 2. Establish consistent nighttime routines. 3. Schedule routine care in the early evening hours. 4. Put patients to bed immediately after the evening meal. 5. Reduce noise and light disruption throughout the night.
Parents of a child with lice infestation should be instructed carefully in the use of antilice products because of which potential side effect?
a. Nephrotoxicity b. Neurotoxicity c. Ototoxicity d. Bone marrow depression
A patient being admitted to the eating disorders unit has a yellow cast to the skin and fine, downy hair over the trunk. The patient weighs 70 pounds; height is 5 feet 4 inches. The patient says, "I won't eat until I look thin."
Select the priority initial nursing diagnosis. a. Anxiety related to fear of weight gain b. Disturbed body image related to weight loss c. Ineffective coping related to lack of conflict resolution skills d. Imbalanced nutrition: less than body requirements related to self-starvation
MC A consideration for planning health services for homeless and poor clients could be: (Select all that apply.)
A. An integrated clinic that provides social services in addition to health services. B. A location that is easily accessible to the population served. C. Specific health clinics held on specific days. D. Flexible hours. E. Including activities that educate and encourage self-care.