Which statement regarding the effects of homelessness on health is accurate?
a. Peripheral vascular disease and hypertension are lessened by this lifestyle.
b. The incidence and virulence of infections are decreasing.
c. Trauma is a significant cause of death and disability.
d. Crowded living conditions result in decreased risk for exposure to infections.
C
Major trauma includes gunshot wounds, stab wounds, head trauma, suicide attempts, and frac-tures. Minor trauma includes bruises, abrasions, concussions, sprains, puncture wounds, eye in-juries, and cellulitis.
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What is the relationship between nursing practice acts and documentation?
a. Nursing practice acts establish guidelines for practice and standards of care that are evidenced by documentation. b. Documentation ensures safe practice. c. Documentation and nursing practice requirements differ from state to state. d. Nursing practice acts are independent of documentation requirements.
The nurse notes that a client from a different culture has gained 15 lbs. over the last 6 months. What should the nurse suspect as the reason for this client's change in weight?
a. Adoption of Western eating habits b. Poor acculturation into the community c. Inability to find culturally acceptable foods d. Depression from being separated from home
All the ethical principles that guide nursing practice in general apply to nursing in faith communities. Using your knowledge of ethical principles,
which ethical principle is being practiced when the parish nurse works to empower members of the congregation to take charge of their health? A) Autonomy B) Confidentiality C) Beneficence D) Nonmaleficence
An expectant parent asks the nurse about health problems of newborns. The nurse will provide information on which of the following?
1. Infant colic. 2. Respiratory tract infections. 3. Failure to thrive. 4. Injuries. 5. SIDS.