A descriptor for a subtype of schizophrenia is
A. delusional.
B. dissociated.
C. disorganized.
D. developmental.
Ans: C. disorganized.
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A patient diagnosed with terminal brain cancer is discussing the different types of advance directives with the nurse. The nurse knows that the most important aspect of a living will consists of which of the following?
A) The patient retains the option to nullify the document. B) The patient's health overrules his desired wishes. C) The patient cannot terminate the living will. D) The patient must be in a terminal state for a living will to be upheld.
Extensive diagnostic testing has resulted in a patient's diagnosis of a benign brain tumor. When providing care for this patient, the nurse should be cognizant of which of the following characteristics of benign brain tumors?
A) Benign brain tumors constitute a risk factor for possible metastasis. B) Benign brain tumors can slowly grow into an area of vital brain function. C) Benign brain tumors have no physiological effect but should be closely monitored. D) Benign brain tumors typically become malignant within 1 to 2 years.
A patient with a high risk for coronary heart disease is prescribed a 1750-kcal diet in which 55% of the diet is to be carbohydrates and 20% fat. How many calories should the nurse instruct the patient consume as protein each day?
Record your answer rounding up to the nearest whole number.
Which of the following variables have led to a stronger commitment to population-focused services? (Select all that apply.)
a. Economic turmoil and demand for high-technology care b. Emergence of new or drug-resistant infectious diseases c. Emphasis on overall health care needs rather than only on acute care treatment d. Threat of bioterrorism