Which of the following statements is true?
1. Malnutrition can be caused by AIDS and can worsen the effects of the disease.
2. Optimal nutrition can overcome the symptoms of AIDS.
3. Gastrointestinal symptoms, such as diarrhea, always precede malabsorption problems.
4. Vitamin supplementation is not recommended for clients with AIDS.
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The nurse is teaching a group of young parents at the local grade school about immunity and vaccination. As an example of active immunity, the nurse describes which of the following to the group?
1. Becoming ill with tetanus and receiving tetanus toxoid 2. Having chickenpox 3. Receiving a rabies shot after being bitten by a rabid dog 4. Receiving an injection of gamma globulin
A Hispanic nurse was interviewed for a position at a small rural hospital. The nurse was told that the hospital has written policies regarding the provision of equal support and career development resources to all employees
This hospital deals with cultural diversity through: a. Intercultural sensitivity b. Cultural awareness building c. Discrimination control d. Prejudice reduction
The nurse is gathering statistics on breast cancer for a community presentation. Which facts about breast cancer should the nurse include?
A. Most often diagnosed in White women. B. White women are more likely to die from breast cancer. C. Breast cancer is one of the most common cancers in females. D. Geographical breast health disparities occur based on region. E. More common in African American women under age 45.
In caring for patients with head injuries, you should report to the nurse immediately if the patient displays
A) changes in responsiveness. B) temperature of 99.2 degrees F. C) talkativeness. D) warm, dry skin.