The following has been associated with cervical and anal cancer:

A. Secondary syphilis
B. Human papilloma virus
C. Herpes simplex
D. Epstein-Barr virus


ANS: B
Human papilloma virus (HPV) is a viral cause of wart formation. In the perineal area, these are known as genital warts and they can lead to cancer of the cervix or anus.

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When using restraints in a long-term-care setting, what ethical dilemma does this pose?

A) Limits personal safety B) Increases confusion C) Threatens autonomy D) Prevents self-directed care

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The nurse should include which of the following in the preoperative teaching plan for a patient with hyperparathyroidism who is scheduled to have a portion of his parathyroid gland removed?

a. Adhere strictly to a high-calcium diet. b. Take over-the-counter supplements of vitamin D daily. c. Maintain bed rest as much as possible. d. Force fluids to at least 3,000 mL per day.

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You are reviewing the job descriptions of the community health workers who work with community health nurses and other members of the program team

Using your knowledge of job descriptions, what are other common names of the community health workers that play an important role in providing services to vulnerable and disadvantaged populations? 1. Lay health advisors 2. Outreach workers 3. Peer educators 4. Patient navigators A) 1, 2 B) 1, 2, 3 C) 1, 3, 4 D) 1, 2, 3, 4

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Body temperature regulation occurs in a part of the brain known as the

A) Hypophysis B) Hypothalamus C) Pineal gland D) Thalamus

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