Approximately what percentage of the U.S. population is affected with schizophrenia?
a. 1%
b. 2%
c. 3%
d. 4%
A
Schizophrenia is the most common thought disorder. It is estimated that 1.1% of the general population is affected with schizophrenia, and in the United States this represents 2.4 million Americans.
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A. Aggressive screening for sexually transmitted infections B. Assisting with procedures related to conception C. Providing information on increased cancer risks D. Using questions that do not assume sexual orientation
A nurse teaching a prenatal class instructs the participants that early organ system development occurs during which period of time?
A. Embryonic period B. Fetal period C. Pre-embryonic period D. Post-embryonic period
The nurse overhears a student nurse discussing the three areas of focus of cultural care nursing. Which statement by the student best indicates a lack of understanding of cultural care nursing?
1. "The nurse must understand the client's background." 2. "A nurse must acknowledge the total context of the client's situation. 3. "When caring for clients, the nurse should be familiar with the client's cultural health practices." 4. "Nursing considerations regarding the client's culture should be incorporated into the care plan."
Competence of a potential research subject to give informed consent is typically determined by the:
a. closest of kin. b. patient. c. primary health care provider. d. researcher.