A nurse teaches a client about alternative therapies for back pain. When a practitioner corrects subluxation by manipulating the vertebrae of the spinal column, what therapy is the practitioner employing?
1. Allopathic therapy
2. Therapeutic touch therapy
3. Massage therapy
4. Chiropractic therapy
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Rationale: Chiropractic therapy involves the correction of subluxations by manipulating the vertebrae of the spinal column. The theory behind chiropractic medicine is that energy flows from the brain to all parts of the body through the spinal cord and spinal nerves.
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a. Accept that the new parents may now be comfortable in their role and no longer need a support group b. Bring in outside experts to give presentations on specific infancy development issues c. Change the format of the group meetings to include more time for socialization d. Suggest an ongoing educational program on infant and child development to renew interest in attending the group
The population health nurse is aware of many young couples with children purchasing and renovating older community homes. What prevention measure should the nurse implement to ensure the safety of these families?
1. Screen all members for lead levels. 2. Monitor lead levels in the family members. 3. Encourage the safe removal of lead-based paint in the homes. 4. Institute chelating measures for lead removal in the family members.
Which of the following describes mutual goals?
a. Mutuality is based on client goals. b. Mutuality is based on interdisciplinary health team goals. c. Mutuality is based on the nurse's goals. d. Mutuality is based on the physician's goals.
When auscultating the apex of the lung, you should listen at a point:
a. even with the second rib. b. 4 cm above the first rib. c. higher on the right side. d. on the convex diaphragm surface.