In advising a client with higher levels of high-density lipoproteins (HDLs) in proportion to low-density lipoproteins (LDLs), the nurse would suggest that the client
a. consult the physician for an anticholesterol prescription.
b. initiate a moderate exercise program.
c. is less likely to develop CHD.
d. should consider a reduced-fat diet.
C
People with high levels of HDLs in proportion to LDLs are at less risk for CHD than those with a low HDL/LDL ratio. High concentrations of HDL seem to protect against the development of CHD.
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AM. The client tells the nurse "I have no transportation.". The nurse calls and arranges to have a car from the medical transportation volunteer pool pick him up at 9:30 AM. This basic intervention is part of a. advocacy. b. health promotion. c. case management. d. assisting clients with self-care.
Which of the following is accurate concerning intimate partner violence (IPV)?
a. The incidence of IPV is equal among socioeconomic groups. b. There is a higher rate of all health problems in women with histories of IPV. c. There is less IPV during pregnancy in abusive relationships. d. There are well over 1000 deaths each year from IPV.
Parents ask the nurse "when should our child's hypospadias be corrected?" The nurse responds based upon the knowledge that correction of hypospadias should be accomplished by the time the child is
a. 1 month of age b. 6 to 12 months of age c. School age d. Sexually mature
The patient is diagnosed with suspected bacteremia . The physician has ordered blood cultures from two different sites. The patient is complaining of chills and has an elevated temperature
What action should the nurse take in the presence of these symptoms? a. Delay drawing the blood cultures until symptoms subside. b. Draw blood from only one site to prevent further discomfort. c. Draw the blood cultures as ordered. d. Draw blood from the patient's intravenous (IV) catheter.