When learning about caring for clients with substance abuse, the nurse learns that what is considered a major factor in the onset and continued use of alcohol and other drugs?
A) Weak character
B) High anxiety level
C) Addiction
D) Stress
D
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A) It reduces the surface tension of bowel contents. B) It irritates the intestinal mucosa, thus increasing intestinal motility. C) It increases mass and water content of stool, promoting evacuation. D) It creates a barrier between the colon wall and feces.
The four phases of cell division all occur in:
a. diffusion. b. mitosis. c. osmosis. d. filtration.
A 16-year-old with a conduct disorder was placed in therapeutic foster care. Which outcome should be met before discharge?
a. The teen and parents create and consent to a behavioral contract with rules, rewards, and consequences. b. The teen completes an application to enter a military academy for continued structure and discipline. c. Placement with the foster family continues until the parents finish a parenting skills class. d. The teen has an absence of anger and frustration for one week.
A child who lives in extreme poverty is at greatest risk for which type of abuse?
a. Sexual abuse b. Emotional neglect c. Physical neglect d. Child abuse