A patient tells a nurse that she is afraid of getting cervical cancer because her mother died of cervical cancer. What is the most appropriate response by the nurse?
a. "You need to a have a pelvic examination every 6 months because of your history."
b. "If you have regular Pap smears, cervical cancer is usually diagnosed early and cured."
c. "There's no need to worry so much. Cer-vical cancer does not run in families."
d. "Cervical cancer is sexually transmitted. Don't switch partners often, and you don't have to worry."
B
For patients who have regular annual pelvic examinations and Papanicolaou (Pap) smears, cer-vical cancer is usually diagnosed and treated in its early stage.
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1. health care workers who mishandle infected sharps. 2. breast-fed infants of HIV-infected mothers. 3. persons sharing living quarters with an HIV-infected person. 4. heterosexual partners of an HIV-infected person. 5. newborns of an HIV-infected mother.
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a. "That is a good way to soothe your baby." b. "Honey does not have any soothing effects." c. "There is still a risk for infant botulism from honey." d. "Honey is OK, but it should not be put on the pacifier."
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a. Bacteria that do not cause infection or systemic disease b. How easily a bacterium can be killed by antibiotic therapy c. How well bacteria can invade and spread within the body d. How many different types of bacteria an antibiotic can kill
The nurse assesses her patient and finds her to have mild anxiety concerning the birth process. The patient states that she is not interested in attending classes because her husband does not want to participate
The nurse's best response would be: 1. "Your best choice is to be sedated and let the team do the work." 2. "Birthing classes of all types can help eliminate fear and teach coping techniques.". 3. "You are very nervous. I think these classes would be best for you." 4. "Most classes are geared toward couples. Since your husband doesn't want to take them, these classes won't benefit you."