The nurse is teaching a couple about the pros and cons of genetic testing. Which of the following statements best describes the capabilities of genetic testing?
A) "Various genetic tests help the physician choose appropriate treatments."
B) "Genetic testing helps couples avoid having children with fatal diseases."
C) "Genetic tests identify people at high risk for preventable conditions."
D) "Some genetic tests can give a probability for developing a disorder."
D
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When a patient is taking an adrenergic drug, the nurse expects to observe which effect?
a. Increased heart rate b. Bronchial constriction c. Constricted pupils d. Increased intestinal peristalsis
During discussion of family, the client speaks about an adult son who is a homosexual. The client expresses concern about this son, stating, "I am so worried about him, and I know he is going to hell."
What is the most important fact for the nurse to consider in formulating a response to this client's concern? 1. Normal sexuality is described as whatever behaviors give pleasure and satisfaction to those adults involved. 2. Since alternative lifestyles are now so well accepted in society, this parent should not feel so much concern. 3. What constitutes normal sexual expression varies among cultures and religions. 4. Sexual development is genetically determined and not affected by environment.
Which of the following nursing interventions is the best example of the implementation step of the nursing process?
1. Determining that the client's ankle edema is worse after he ambulates 2. Asking the client to rate his ankle pain after receiving oral pain medication 3. Arranging for the client to receive pain medication 30 minutes before his ordered ambulation 4. Crushing the client's pain medication to facilitate easier swallowing and thus minimize the risk of choking
The nurse is caring for an African American patient who has a serum bilirubin of 6 mg/100 mL. Which body area should be used as the best way to assess skin color changes in this patient?
A. Fingernails B. Skin of the inner arms C. Palms of the hands D. Sclera