Social justice refers to providing humane care and social support for the most disadvantaged members of society. How can nurses promote social justice? Nurses can:
1. Contact lawmakers about the hazards of being a vulnerable person
2. Assist in homeless shelters to promote the health and well-being of residents
3. Function as advocates for policy changes to improve social, economic, and envi-ronmental factors that predispose vulnerable populations to poor health
4. Refer to Healthy People 2010 for guidance in social policy mandates
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In the community, nurses can work with others to promote social justice.
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This morning, Mrs. Bobb has confided in Cameron that she feels like "a burden to everyone around me." How should Cameron best respond to this statement? A) "Not at all, sweetie. We all love and taking care of you here." B) "That's not the case, and every dark cloud has silver lining anyhow." C) "I'm sorry you feel that way, but I can assure you that I don't see you as a burden." D) "Perhaps getting more active in your care and being more involved socially would make you feel more useful."
A client with a history of an endocrine disorder exhibits signs and symptoms of hormone deficiency. Which of the following processes would the client's care team most likely rule out first as a contributing factor?
A) The client's target cells lack sufficient receptors for the hormone in question. B) Hormone production is sufficient, but affinity on the part of the target cells is lacking. C) The process of down-regulation has resulted in decreased hormone sensitivity. D) Up-regulation has increased the sensitivity of the body to particular hormone levels.
The nurse is preparing to apply a transdermal analgesic patch to a patient. In what order should the nurse administer this medication?
Choice 1. Choose a new site and cleanse and dry an upper torso location. Choice 2. Clip chest hair and open the medication package. Choice 3. Keep the patch intact for 72 hours. Choice 4. Place the patch, making sure all edges are in contact with the skin.
A child has hydrocephalus. Which are likely to occur without treatment?
a. Intellectual disabilities and neurological damage b. Spina bifida and epilepsy c. Heart disease and paralysis d. Autism and Down syndrome