During a physical examination, the client reports concern about being at risk for osteoporosis. She indicates she would like to increase her activity level as a preventative measure against the disease
She questions which type of exercise would be most beneficial. Which of the following activities would you likely recommend?
A) Walking
B) Sit-ups
C) Swimming
D) Yoga
A
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The hospice nurse introduced the family to the volunteer coordinator who will assign a volunteer to the patient. What can a hospice volunteer do for a patient and caregiver?
a. Give the family respite b. Give necessary medication in the absence of the nurse c. Be at the family's disposal 16 hours a week d. Bathe the patient
The nurse preceptor on a cancer ward is educating a novice nurse about the theory of carcinogenesis. Which statements by the novice nurse requires additional follow up by the nurse preceptor?
A) "During step 2, promotion, a cancer-causing agent damages DNA." B) "Vitamins may modify how carcinogens can affect my body's cells." C) "Step 3, progression, involves the accumulation of mutations in my body's cells." D) "Promoters are characterized by their ability to initiate carcinogenesis."
An 86-year-old resident struck her forearm on a table, causing a category I L-shaped skin tear 6 cm ? 2 cm. The nurse should: (Select all that apply.)
a. clean the tear with alcohol. b. approximate the edges of the tear. c. secure the skin flap with Steri-Strips. d. cover with a nonadherent dressing. e. assess closely for 5 days for signs of in-fection.
Which responsibilities are included in the pediatric nurse's promotion of the health and well-being of children? (Select all that apply.)
a. Promoting disease prevention b. Providing financial assistance c. Providing support and counseling d. Establishing lifelong friendships e. Establishing a therapeutic relationship f. Participating in ethical decision making