During adolescence, what etiologic factor contributing to substance abuse is at its highest?

A) Family history
B) Genetics
C) Peer pressure
D) Gang violence


C

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During a physical assessment the client asks the nurse repeatedly, "Is everything ok?" The nurse concludes which for this client?

1. A poor self-concept. 2. Inappropriate affect. 3. Confusion. 4. Anxiety.

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The nurse was reviewing notes she had written following a session with a family who had begun therapy in hopes of becoming a more unified family. Because of their schedules, they were feel-ing alienated and estranged from each other

Which statement by the 16-year-old son was considered by the therapist as positive evidence of movement toward problem resolution? 1. "I have stopped playing football since practice required me to be away from home so often." 2. "Eating dinner with my parents on Sunday nights has helped us be more aware of each other's needs." 3. "Since my mother quit her job, she is more available to keep the home running smoothly." 4. "My dad has stopped giving me advice on how to live my life."

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The nurse is preparing a teaching tool about shift work disorder to be shared during the next unit staff meeting. Which information should the nurse include in this tool? (Select all that apply.)

1. Avoid working excessive overtime. 2. Arrive to work as rested as possible. 3. Use caffeine to stay awake while driving home. 4. Exercise regularly, especially if job is sedentary. 5. Allow at least a 5-hour sleep period without interruption.

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Which of the following describes an atopic person?

A. An individual with a low T-cell count B. An individual with a disease of the immune system C. An individual who is prone to having allergies D. None of the above

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