The public health nurse is taking care of a poor family, whose parents, grandparents, and great-grandparents also have been poor. This is called:
1. Near poor
2. Persistent poor
3. Impoverished
4. Neighborhood poverty
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This refers to individuals and families who remain poor for long periods and who pass poverty on to their descendants.
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The nurse is preparing a class on breastfeeding for pregnant women in their first trimester. The women are from a variety of cultural backgrounds, and all speak English well. Which statement should the nurse include in this presentation?
1. "Although some cultures believe colostrum is not good for the baby, it provides protection from infections and helps the digestive system to function." 2. "Some women are uncomfortable with exposing their breasts to nurse their infant, but it really isn't a big deal. You will get used to it." 3. "No religion prescribes a feeding method, so you all can choose whatever method makes the most sense to you." 4. "Many cultures consider skinny babies to be healthier than chubby babies. Breastfeeding is best for those people."
A helping relationship is being established between nurse and client. In addressing the client, the nurse should:
1. Use the client's first name 2. Touch the client right away to establish contact 3. Sit far enough away from the client's personal space 4. Always knock and pause before entering the client's room