R.M. tests positive for the BRCA2 gene. What implications does this have for her
children?
What will be an ideal response?
Her children might also carry this gene, and they need to be counseled regarding undergoing
testing. Her daughters might be at a higher risk for developing breast or ovarian cancer. If positive,
the daughters can choose to have closer observation and choose to have prophylactic surgeries,
including mastectomy and oophorectomy. Her son might pass the gene on to his daughters, and he
has an increased risk for prostate cancer.
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Which gender has higher morbidity rates with a higher prevalence of chronic diseases that cause disability and limitation of activities?
a. Females b. Males c. No difference between genders in chronic health problems d. Prevalence of chronic diseases varies strongly by individuals more than gender.
An older patient wondered why the doctor has decreased her daily dose of thyroid hormone. The nurse's best response would be that the decreased dose is because:
1. "The pharmaceutical houses have greatly improved the efficacy of the thyroid hormone preparation." 2. "Your metabolic rate is slower so you do not need to take the same dose." 3. "Your lab tests indicate that you need less medication, but we'll watch your re-sponse." 4. "The changes in your diet and activity level have decreased your blood pressure so you will need less medication."
Which manifestation would the nurse expect to find in a patient with chronic opioid use?
A) Track marks along a vein B) Deviated septum C) Hepatitis A D) Respiratory depression
The nurse is preparing to lift a patient. Which action will the nurse take first?
a. Position a drawsheet under the patient. b. Assess weight and determine assistance needs. c. Delegate the task to a nursing assistive personnel. d. Attempt to manually lift the patient alone before asking for assistance.