The nurse is learning how to reduce the stigma associated with substance dependence. What knowledge of psychobiology will help reduce stigma?
A) There is heritability and predisposition to alcohol dependence as well as complex environmental
influences.
B) Alcoholics Anonymous is an accepted treatment approach.
C) Clients with alcohol dependence cannot be held accountable for their actions.
D) Relapse is a common feature of substance abuse.
A
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The perinatal nurse describes normal maternal signs and symptoms associated with lightening to the prenatal class attendants. These signs and symptoms include which of the following? (Select all that apply.)
A. Difficulty breathing B. Increased urinary frequency C. Increased vaginal secretions D. Leg cramps E. Nausea and vomiting
A nurse is using Milio's framework for prevention to improve the health of clients. Which of the following would the nurse most likely implement?
a. Create appropriate national health policies b. Develop health programs that make healthy choices the easiest choices c. Promote nationwide educational programs with information on making healthy choices d. Stress that clients are responsible for their own health
A male patient has recently been diagnosed with type II diabetes. His family is having trouble incorporating the dietary and exercise regimen prescribed by his physician into their daily routines
They tell the nurse that they are all tired when they return home from school and work and that the last thing any of them want to do is go on a walk. In addition, the patient's wife discloses that she is unable to prepare any sugar-free or low-sugar foods that her husband enjoys eating. Based on this information, which nursing diagnosis would be most appropriate for this family? A) Interrupted Family Processes B) Ineffective Denial C) Caregiver Role Strain D) Ineffective Family Therapeutic Regimen Management
Because CAM therapies use safe, natural products, physician supervision is not necessary
Indicate whether the statement is true or false