Pituitary hormones are under the control of which of the following?
A) Brainstem
B) Feedback loops
C) Autonomic nervous system
D) Hypothalamus
D
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Which statement best describes the active role of the professional nurse as an educator?
1. Nurses must consider learning needs, goals, objectives, content, teaching methods, and evaluation when carrying out client education. 2. Teaching plans are developed for informal teaching when distinct needs are identified or when common needs are recognized. 3. In the role of educator, the nurse should refer the client to other health care providers who specialize in the area of need. 4. Teaching is to be delegated to the advanced practice nurse specialist or the nurse educator.
Which theory of aging suggests that the older person who is more socially active is more likely to adjust well to aging?
a. Activity theory b. Autoimmunity theory c. Wear-and-tear theory d. Disengagement theory
Genital herpes simplex is a recurrent disease where the sores do NOT need to be visible for the infection to be transmitted
True False
You are dispatched to a residence for a 17-year-old woman with acute abdominal pain. When you arrive and begin your assessment, it is clear that the patient is uncomfortable with the presence of her parents because she is reluctant to answer your questions. You should:
A) recognize that the parents are an invaluable resource for information. B) diplomatically ask the parents if their daughter can have some privacy. C) tell the patient that her parents must legally be present during the exam. D) reassure the patient and tell her that her candor is vital to your treatment.