Which of the following theories is an attempt to explain families as a set of interacting individuals with patterns of living that influence health decisions?
a. Feminist theory
b. Systems theory
c. Developmental theory
d. Resiliency theory
Answer: b. Systems theory
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The nurse present at the delivery is reporting to the nurse who will be caring for the neo-nate after birth. What information might be included for an infant who had thick meco-nium in the amniotic fluid?
a. The infant needed vigorous stimulation immediately after birth to initiate crying. b. An IV was started immediately after birth to treat dehydration. c. There was no meconium below the vocal cords when they were visualized. d. The parents spent an hour bonding with the baby after birth.
An older client is scheduled for diagnostic testing. What is the best indication for the client to undergo pulmonary function tests?
1. Chest x-ray demonstrating bilateral infiltrates 2. Abnormal arterial blood gas analysis results 3. The presence of hemoptysis and fatigue 4. Chronic wheezing with an undiagnosed cause
The nurse tells a mother that the doctor is preparing to circumcise her newborn. The mother expresses concern that the infant will be uncomfortable during the procedure
The nurse explains that the physician will numb the area before the procedure. Additional methods of comfort often used during the procedure include: Note: Credit will be given onlyif all correct choices and no incorrect choices are selected. Select all that apply. 1. Providing a pacifier. 2. Stroking the head. 3. Restraining both arms and legs. 4. Talking to the infant. 5. Giving the infant a sedative before the procedure.
Providing nursing education on drug abuse to a high school class is an example of which level of preventive care?
A. Primary prevention B. Secondary prevention C. Tertiary prevention D. Primary intervention