When a patient is asked about religious preference, she states, "I am agnostic." The nurse's best interpretation of this is the patient
a. does not believe in God.
b. believes in God and supernatural powers.
c. does not believe that the supernatural exists.
d. believes that the existence of God can be neither proved nor disproved.
ANS: D
Agnostics hold the belief that the existence of God can be neither proved nor disproved. Atheists do not believe that the supernatural exists, so they do not believe in God.
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1. "The sound is a blowing, pulsing sound." 2. "The sound is soft and constant. The pitch of the sound is low." 3. "It is grating, rough sound." 4. "It is tinkling and has a high pitch. The sound is sort of gurgling and irregular."
During the middle ages, Sir Camillus, a male nurse, is remembered for which of the following accomplishments that are still used today? (Select all that apply.)
a. mixing sterile water with powdered medications to inject into clients b. originated the red cross symbol c. served on a Navy ship caring for service men d. developed the first ambulance service
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Which information should be included when you are teaching your patient about the use of nicotine gum?
a. The gum must be correctly chewed to a softened state and then placed in the buccal mucosa. b. Patients should not eat for 30 minutes prior to or during the use of the gum. c. Initially, one piece is chewed every 30 minutes while awake. d. Acidic foods and beverages should be encouraged during the nicotine therapy.