What is true regarding bacterial pharyngitis that is untrue for viral pharyngitis?
a. Has an abrupt onset
b. Presents a normal complete blood count (CBC)
c. Presents a negative culture
d. Has no serious complications
A
Bacterial pharyngitis has an abrupt onset, an elevated white count on the CBC, and a positive culture and can lead to glomerulonephritis, rheumatic fever, and mastoiditis.
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The nurse attended a diploma program to become a registered nurse. In this program, the primary emphasis of education was to prepare the nurse to be:
a. technically competent. c. professionally prepared. b. clinically competent. d. a leader for education and research.
One aspect of professional behavior includes the participation in professional organizations. Which of the following organizations is not available to the student nurse?
1. National Federation of Licensed Practical Nurses (NFLPN) 2. American Nurses Association (ANA) 3. The National Student Nurse Association (NSNA) 4. Health Occupations Students of America (HOSA)
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Indicate whether the statement is true or false
A client is admitted with a diagnosis of persistent depressive disorder. Which client statement would describe a symptom consistent with this diagnosis?
A. "I am sad most of the time and I've felt this way for the last several years." B. "I find myself preoccupied with death." C. "Sometimes I hear voices telling me to kill myself." D. "I'm afraid to leave the house."