A patient has been diagnosed with pneumoconiosis and asks the healthcare professional to explain this disease. What description by the professional is best?
a. Pneumococci bacteria
b. Inhalation of inorganic dust particles
c. Exposure to asbestos
d. Inhalation of cigarette smoke
Ans: b. Inhalation of inorganic dust particles
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Which information will the nurse include when teaching an older patient about skin care?
a. Dry the skin thoroughly before applying lotions. b. Bathe and wash hair daily with soap and shampoo. c. Use warm water and a moisturizing soap when bathing. d. Use antibacterial soaps when bathing to avoid infection.
An occupational health nurse is developing an educational program to address the importance of healthy personal health habits. Which of the following topics would be most important for the nurse to address?
a. Avoidance of alcohol b. Regular physical exercise c. Daily consumption of calcium-rich foods d. Monthly self-breast and testicular exams
A lack of sufficient blood circulation to every part of the body is shock
True False
Which question would be most important to ask obtaining the nursing health history of a male client with extensive peripheral vascular disease?
A) "Do your parents have trouble with circulation?" B) "When was your last prostate exam for cancer?" C) "Have you experienced a change in your usual sexual activity?" D) "Have you had an electrocardiogram recently?"