In the epidemiological triangle, lifestyle factors such as diet would be considered an example of what kind of factor?
a. Agent
b. Host
c. Environmental
d. Causality
ANS: B
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1. A client with a minor forearm laceration that will require a simple bandage and tetanus immunization 2. A child with a severe, penetrating head wound 3. A man complaining of chest pain that radiates to his jaw 4. A woman with a compound fracture of the femur
The hospital was experiencing low staff morale and decreased productivity after it merged with another corporation
The staff from the hospital became territorial when staff members from the other corporation were scheduled to work with hospital staff. This is an indication that the change induced by the merger has been influenced by: a. Counterculture b. Internal forces c. External forces d. Microsystems
The nurse can anticipate that a client with schizophrenia who has shown little response to typical antipsychotic medication therapy will be given a medication that produces a favorable response to both positive and negative symptoms, such as:
1. Risperidone (Risperdal) 2. Fluphenazine (Prolixin) 3. Lorazepam (Ativan) 4. Sertraline (Zoloft)
Select the correct statement about the stages of anesthesia.
A. During Stage I, there is an inhibition of spinal reflexes and relaxation of skeletal muscle. B. During Stage I, there is a decreased response to pain, a feeling of euphoria, and a loss of consciousness. C. During Stage I, the hypothalamus assumes control of body functions. D. None of these are correct.