The nurse recommends that a patient have animal-assisted therapy sessions (AAT) because this therapy has been found to have what effect(s)? (Select all that apply.)
a. Improvement in mood
b. Decrease in blood pressure
c. Decrease in blood sugar
d. Reduction of allergies
e. Increase in socialization skills
A, B, D, E
All of the options are true of AAT with the exception of decreasing blood sugar.
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The nurse in the rheumatology clinic is assessing clients with rheumatoid arthritis (RA). Which client should the nurse see first?
a. Client taking celecoxib (Celebrex) and ranitidine (Zantac) b. Client taking etanercept (Enbrel) with a red injection site c. Client with a blood glucose of 190 mg/dL who is taking steroids d. Client with a fever and cough who is taking tofacitinib (Xeljanz)
The economic stability of individuals or families can determine whether they are willing to seek preventive care or screening examinations. Which statements about screening examinations are true? (Select all that apply.)
a. Free or low-cost screening ensures patient screening. b. People may not screen due to fear of testing positive. c. Early screening ensures minimal treatment costs d. Employment stability is enhanced by early screening. e. Treatment of disorders often means lost wages.
A 35-year-old man is examined in an urgent care clinic. His presenting symptoms suggest polycythemia vera. Which extreme laboratory value would confirm this possible diagnosis?
a. High hemoglobin level b. Low white cell count c. Low platelet count d. High iron level
The nurse recognizes that facilitating correct body alignment for a dependent client may well re-sult in which of the following positive client outcomes? (Select all that apply.)
1. A comfortable night's sleep 2. Minimized activity intolerance 3. Muscle tone that promotes ambulation 4. Reduction of falls caused by general weakness 5. Minimal strain placed on the spinal column 6. Increased socialization, resulting in peace of mind