Which risk factor for hypertension is influenced by genetic factors and lifestyle?
a. Sodium intake
b. Physical inactivity
c. Psychosocial stress
d. Obesity
Ans: d. Obesity
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A nurse is assisting a postpartum woman to get up for the first time after an unmedicated vaginal birth. What action by the nurse is best?
A. Apply a properly fitting gait belt before assisting the woman. B. Determine if the woman has normal sensation to her lower extremities. C. Instruct the woman to sit on the edge of the bed prior to standing. D. Take the patient's blood pressure lying down and then in a standing position.
Why would the nurse encourage the patient who is recovering from a modified radical mastectomy to exercise the affected arm?
a. To reduce pain b. To stimulate appetite c. To reduce lymphedema d. To increase muscle tension
A community member tells the population health nurse that a new health insurance program expects the patient to pay deductibles and other costs. What other type of cost sharing should the nurse explain to the individual?
1. Capitation system. 2. Co-payment made with each health service rendered. 3. Out-of-pocket payment for services not covered by the insurance plan. 4. Current Procedural Terminology (CPT) code utilized by the health service provider.
When assessing a patient who has been prescribed an antipsychotic medication, which statement would indicate a need for further patient education?
a. "I'm already too thin; I'm concerned that I'm going to get even thinner on this new type of medication.". b. "I'm a warm weather person, I follow the sun—I live in Florida in the winter and Maine in the summer.". c. "I just got married, and my wife and I are so excited about starting a family as soon as we can.". d. "My parents said that as soon as I am off the medication, they'll give me the money for a car.".