The nurse is providing a presentation for a group of health professionals about suicide. Which of the following would the nurse address as a major contributing factor to the rising suicide rate among men?
A) Substance abuse
B) Media influences
C) Lack of conflict resolution skills
D) Parenting practices
A
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In a client with sickle cell anemia, why does the nurse auscultate the lungs and heart?
A) To detect the abnormal sounds suggestive of acute chest syndrome and heart failure B) To detect the evidence of infection such as fever and tachycardia C) To detect the evidence of dehydration that might have triggered a sickle cell crisis D) To detect the motor strength and stroke-related signs and symptoms
Patients diagnosed with dependent personality disorders behave submissively and cling to others. What is the best explanation of this behavior?
a. The patients are afraid of being alone or functioning without direction. b. The patients adhere to strict standards and fear failure. c. The patients have little regard for the rights of others. d. The patients are suspicious of the motives of others.
The health care industry comprises systems that integrate financing, management, and delivery of services. Population management includes wellness and illness prevention. The use of integrated systems has had important consequences such as:
1. Management has shifted from inpatient care to primary care providers as points of entry. 2. Emphasis is on population health management rather than on episodes of illness for an individual. 3. Care management services and programs do not provide access and accountabili-ty, but case management services do. 4. Population management no longer requires assessment.
A child with autism is hospitalized with asthma. The nurse should plan care so that the:
a. Parents' expectations are met. b. Child's routine habits and preferences are maintained. c. Child is supported through the autistic crisis. d. Parents need not be at the hospital.